“Those who approach the sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God’s mercy for the offense committed against him, and are, at the same item reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins and which by charity, by example, and by prayers labors for their conversion”
~Catechism of the Catholic Church 1422
“Peace be with you!” With these words, the Risen Lord greeted his frightened Apostles in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection. They were troubled, anxious, and fearful—much like each one of us at some point in our lives. Christ repeated the words, “Peace be with you.” But then he added, “Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them” (Jn 20:19-23).
In the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, also called confession, we meet the Lord, who wants to grant forgiveness and the grace to live a renewed life in him. In this sacrament, he prepares us to receive him free from serious sin, with a lively faith, earnest hope, and sacrificial love in the Eucharist. By the grace of the Holy Spirit, we seek forgiveness and repentance, let go of patterns of sin, grow in the life of virtue, and witness to a joyful conversion.
PRAY THE ACT OF CONTRITION
My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against You whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with Your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.
RECEIVE ABSOLUTION
You will receive absolution from God, via the priest. Your response will be "Amen".
DEPART AND FULFULL YOUR ACT OF PENANCE
The priest will conclude the sacrament saying, "Go in Peace". You will then complete the penance given to you!
Doors close at 6:00pm