"Let me ask you a question: Have you ever thought about how each time we go to the confessional, there is joy and celebration in heaven? Have you ever thought about this? It’s beautiful. This fills us with a great hope because there is no sin into which we may have fallen, from which, with the grace of God, we cannot rise up again. There is never a person who can’t be recovered; no one is irrecoverable, because God never stops wanting our good — even when we sin!" - Pope Francis 9/11/16 

 The Sacrament of Confession is given several names and rightfully so. In it we Confess our sins, accusing ourselves before God what we have done to break our relationship with Him, our neighbors, and ourselves. We also call it Reconciliation because, in the sacrament, we heal and restore the relationship that was broken. Anther name is Penance because the priest assigns an action, often a prayer, to help repair the damages caused by our sins. No matter which name we call it, Confession, Reconciliation, or Penance, it is an important aspect of our faith to seek the forgiveness of sins through the ministry of the Church in the Holy Sacrament. 

The parish sets aside Saturdays at 4pm-4:45pm to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Priests are also available to meet with you by making an appointment with the rectory. All are encouraged to come and encounter the healing ministry of Christ through this sacred moment.

To learn more about Confession, watch "Forgiven" on FORMED.org.