There are times in life when we make mistakes, do the wrong things, and end up feeling guilty and not able to live with ourselves comfortably. At times like this we could make use of the Sacrament of Reconciliation which used to be called “going to confession”. The new title makes us realize that when we do something wrong we not only distance ourselves from God and the people we have hurt, but from ourselves too! We need reconciliation all round! This sacrament is a way of dealing with our feelings of guilt so that we can hear the assurance of God’s understanding and forgiveness and get on with our lives. The Priest does not forgive sins because he is mortal but he is authorized to pronounce God’s forgiveness of sins.
The “seal of the confessional” means that the Priest may NEVER disclose to anyone anything that he has heard in this sacrament. If he does so, he must leave the Priesthood. The Priest is also forbidden from discussing with you anything you have confessed through him unless it is clearly understood that this conversation, too, is “under the seal”.
If you would like to arrange for this sacrament please contact the clergy directly.
If you would like to arrange for this sacrament please contact the clergy directly.
Contact Father Gary Bradley