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What is the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Penance)?
"Through the sacraments of Christian initiation, man receives the new life of Christ. Now we carry this life "in earthen vessels," and it remains "hidden with Christ in God." We are still in our "earthly tent," subject to suffering, illness, and death. This new life as a child of God can be weakened and even lost by sin.
The Lord Jesus Christ, physician of our souls and bodies, who forgave the sins of the paralytic and restored him to bodily health, has willed that his Church continue, in the power of the Holy Spirit, his work of healing and salvation, even among her own members. This is the purpose of the two sacraments of healing: the sacrament of Penance and the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick." (CCC 1420-1421)
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CONFESSIONSCHEDULE
Wednesday:
following Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at 8:00am
Saturday:
3:30pmor by appointment:
Please contact the parish office at 586-264-1230.
Confessions have temporarily been moved to the Sacred Heart room in the church.
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How to go to confession
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Examination of Conscience: Reflect on sins committed.
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Introduction: Together, you and the priest will make the Sign of the Cross. Then begin by saying: “Bless me, Father, for I have sinned. It has been [give days, months, or years] since my last confession.
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Confession: List sins committed.
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Penance: The priest will suggest something for you to do or pray.
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Act of Contrition: You will pray the Act of Contrition aloud with the priest.
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Absolution: The priest will extend his hands towards you and say the Prayer of Absolution.
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Conclusion: The priest will conclude the sacrament often saying, “Go in peace.” Don’t forget to do your penance.
Click the link below for a printable guide
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WHY CONFESS MY SINS TO A PRIEST?
Fr. Mike Schmitz (Ascension Presents) lays out many reasons why confessing our sins to a priest makes perfect sense. Confession isn’t a man-made tradition of the Church but rather a valuable gift given by God and rooted in Scripture.
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