Reconciliation
It is all about the love and mercy of God
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a part of Catholic faith and life. The core of this Sacrament is God’s love for us and his desire to heal us and set us free when we turn to him and seek his mercy. Reconciliation emphasises the essence of the sacrament: the reassurance of God’s reconciling and forgiving love for the person confessing their sins.
For the next First Reconciliation,
After School lessons commence on 12th February 2025
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It is sometimes called the sacrament of Penance, because this is the way a person can admit their sins and receive God’s forgiveness through the ministry of the priest. This Sacrament is also known as the Sacrament of Conversion.
In this Sacrament we admit that we often fail to love God, each other and ourselves. We call these failures “sin” and sin can become a burden in our lives if we don’t do something about it.
The Catholic Church, in its wisdom, offers us the sacrament of Reconciliation as a more perfect and powerful way to unburden ourselves. Reconciliation allows us to make space in our lives to receive God’s gift of grace and tender mercy, so we can come to know we are truly God’s beloved.
What happens at the Confession/Reconciliation?
We, as Catholics, are called to regularly examine our conscience – that is, those times where we have failed to love God, others and ourselves. We are also called to make every effort to be reconciled with anyone we hurt.
Assured of the absolute confidentiality of the sacrament, a person privately confesses their failures – sins – to a priest and asks for God’s forgiveness. The priest assures the person of Jesus’ forgiveness and absolves them of their sins. The priest might also offer some gentle advice or encouragement to help the person live a more loving life.
What is the Seal of Confession?
The seal of Confession is that the priest who hears the Confession must not, under any condition, reveal the confessed sins of the particular person.
Didn’t confess for a while..?
Don’t know what to do??
Not to worry!.
Just speak to the Priest in the confessional.
He will help you.
When does anyone commence the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
The children at the age of 7 (when they are in year 3) will prepare to receive the Sacrament. Our Catholic Schools do preparations in the school itself, followed by a day of retreat and celebrate the Sacrament. Those who are not attending a Catholic School should enrol for After School Preparation Program and attend the lessons. For more information and enrolment, please visit the After School Sacramental Program page.
When does the First Reconciliation taking place?
It is in the First term of the Academical year, the preparations and celebrations taking place in our parishes. After School lessons usually commence in the Second week of February and celebrates the First Reconciliation towards the end of March.
What are the regular Confession Times in the Parish?
Please visit the Mass Times page for more details.
