Saturdays
7:30 am to 8:30 am at St. Dismas Church 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm at St. Anastasia Church |
The new life in Christ that begins in Baptism may be weakened or lost through sin. Sin ruptures not only our relationship with God but also with our brothers and sisters.
By the nourishing light of the Holy Spirit, we are able to prepare for the Sacrament of Penance by examining our consciences to identify those ways in which we are not in right relationship with God and with others. This examination also challenges us to recognize our own participation in the “structures of sin” that degrade others’ lives and dignity. Through the Sacrament of Penance, God offers mercy and forgiveness. In response to this gift, we are called to become vehicles of Christ’s love, making amends and restoring justice and the bonds that have been broken. Healed and forgiven, we are sent to work for peace, justice, and love in our communities and world. Excerpt taken from Sacraments and Social Mission, USCCB. |
No preparation is required for Baptized Catholics to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time, but the Church has established the age of 7 as the age of reason and therefore the minimum age to receive the sacrament. Even though no preparation is required, we offer instruction as a part of our religion classes in our parish school as well as our Religious Education Program. Please visit our Faith Formation page for updates on the registration process and class dates and times.
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