Take these three steps toward a more meaningful confession

Catholics can turn to various documents called “Examination of Conscience,” which help with reflection. There is not one official Church examination, but several out there, including ones listed on the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website (usccb. org) for children,…

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What do we ask about the sacrament of reconciliation?

Those who join the Church will receive the sacrament during the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA.

 

• Why does confession exist? 
Jesus gave his apostles, and therefore priests, the ability to forgive sins and impose penance as “representatives of…

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Increase faith and decrease excess for growth this Lent

• Write one thank-you note each day to a family member, friend or coworker to tell them what you appreciate about them and pray for them that day.

• Compliment at least one stranger each day

 

DECREASE

• Give up Starbucks or coffee completely

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