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Are parish priests allowed to do confirmations?

Are parish priests allowed to do confirmations?

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
While the Latin (a.k.a. "Roman") Catholic Church normally envisions a bishop administering confirmation, there are some scenarios where a priest is able to celebrate this sacrament. The post Are parish priests allowed to do confirmations? first appeared on OSV News.
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