December 31, 2016

Examination of Conscience

Today my Father is waiting for me, I must return to Him…. Then the prodigal son came to his senses and said: I will leave this place and go to my Father and say: “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you.” While he was still a long way off, his Father saw him and was moved with […]

Confession
December 31, 2016

The Sacrament of Reconciliation

In order to prepare yourself to celebrate well the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and to have a greater understanding of this important sacrament, please take a little time reflecting on this leaflet. You have come to experience the Lord’s forgiveness and compassion. It is a very personal moment in your relationship with God. To get the most from your confessional-encounter […]

Confession
December 31, 2016

How to go for Confession

Begin by making the sign of the cross with the priest. Then you can say your own words or you can say: Bless me father for I have sinned. My last confession was __ ago (say roughly how long) and these are my sins. Now tell your sins in your own words. You can use these words if […]

Confession