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The meetings can range from a [[Bible]]-study to discussion of the weekly mass to simply reading the [[Catechism]] of the Church.  They are normally led by laymen, but sometimes by priests and are generally aimed at teaching the unconfirmed what it means to be Catholic.   

The meetings can range from a [[Bible]]-study to discussion of the weekly mass to simply reading the [[Catechism]] of the Church.  They are normally led by laymen, but sometimes by priests and are generally aimed at teaching the unconfirmed what it means to be Catholic.   

The rites performed during mass before Lent can include a welcoming of those seeking Confirmation (called candidates), and a presentation of a copy of the Bible to the candidates.  The rites performed during Lent are called Scrutinies, which are similar to exorcisms.  A Scrutiny is aimed not at purging evil from the candidates, but more at inviting the [[Holy Spirit]] to inspire their hearts and make them ready for Confirmation and Eucharist.  At the end of Lent, the unbaptized are baptized (often at the [[Easter]] Vigil) and after Easter, the candidates are confirmed and receive Holy [[Communion]] (the Eucharist).   

The rites performed during mass before Lent can include a welcoming of those seeking Confirmation (called candidates), and a presentation of a copy of the Bible to the candidates.  The rites performed during Lent are called Scrutinies, which are similar to exorcisms.  A Scrutiny is aimed not at purging evil from the candidates, but more at inviting the [[Holy Spirit]] to inspire their hearts and make them ready for Confirmation and Eucharist.  At the end of Lent, the unbaptized are baptized (often at the [[Easter]] [[Vigil]]) and after Easter, the candidates are confirmed and receive Holy [[Communion]] (the Eucharist).   

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[[Category:Catholicism]]

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