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The altar setting for the Order of Confirmation depends upon the type of service at which the Confirmation is to take place, that is, whether the service is Holy Communion or Morning or Evening Prayer. Frequently, however, it is a special service and if so, the altar should be covered with the prayer cloth over its standard vestments.

The color for confirmation is red (though white is often used), and if red flowers of a suitable kind are obtainable, these would be most appropriate. White flowers may also be used or a carefully chosen combination of the two colors.

Since confirmation may rightly be thought of as an ordination of the laity, a special candle signifying the presence of the bishop of the diocese may be put upon the retable or altar, gospel side, next to the cross. In some dioceses this is done only at ordinations. If the officiating bishop at confirmation is other than the diocesan, the candle is omitted.

The bishop usually brings his own vestments and equipment. The vestments worn by the attending clergy are those of local custom with the stoles usually red. Each bishop has his own method of procedure and, if necessary, will give instructions to the rector to pass on to the Altar Guild workers.