That reconciliation of man to God is the purpose of Confession. When we sin, we deprive ourselves of God's grace. And by doing so, we make it even easier to sin some more. The only way out of this downward cycle is to acknowledge our sins, to repent of them, and to ask God's forgiveness. Then, in the Sacrament of Confession, grace can be restored to our souls, and we can once again resist sin.
- From About.com the Catholicism of the Seven Sacraments
Weekly Individual confessions: 3:00-3:45pm
Personal by appointment with the Pastor call 673-1311
Weekly during Lent: Wednesdays 4:15-5:15pm
Diocesan wide: Monday of Holy Week
Deanery Wide: Twice annually
The Penance/Confession preparation for children begins in grade 2. Parents will attend a meeting in January. Parents will experince 6 reconciliation lessons with their child at home. Weekly support offered from the Faith Formation Office. Parents and child will attend a retreat. A Reconciliation Service is schedule on a Saturday morning during Lent.
The child must be in a Life-Long Faith Formation program for 2 years before entering into this process.
If your child is beyond grade 2 and has not received preparation for First Penance, please contact the Faith Formation office.
For more information or any questions contact the Faith Formation Office at
603-673-4797 or [email protected]