Tag Archives: confession

Pope Francis on sin, the virtue of feeling shame, and confession

Posted on 29 April 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Pope Francis continues to talk about sin and confession.
I have no idea if Francis’ little fervorini are going to wind up published in Acta Apostolicae Sedis, but they have some real meat.  He is speaking more or less “a braccio“, … Continue reading →

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“From a sudden and unprovided death, spare us O Lord.”

Posted on 23 April 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

After the Boston bombings I posted about the serious prayer which all Catholics should say:
“A subitanea et improvisa morte… From a sudden and unprovided death, spare us O Lord.”
A sudden death can be a blessing.
A sudden and unprovided death is a horrifying … Continue reading →

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READER FEEDBACK: Going to confession and first Traditional Latin Mass

Posted on 8 April 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader down-under:
Thank you for the work you do as I have learnt much from your blog. I have been to Confession twice recently, having put it off until the constant encouragement from you helped me to go.
Tonight I … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis and confessions (and liberals)

Posted on 6 April 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Liberals are crowing about how wonderful Pope Francis new liturgical style is.  ”Everyone should imitate him!”, they exalt.
Okay, my little friends, hearing confessions, the Sacrament of Penance, is LITURGY.
Here is something I picked up from Catholic World News.  This is … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis: “keep the light on in the confessional and are available, then you will see what kind of line there is”

Posted on 1 April 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

A couple interesting details in this story from Vatican Radio.
(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis had lunch with seven Roman priests on Thursday after celebrating the Chrism Mass in the Vatican Basilica. The meal took place in the apartment of Archbishop Angelo … Continue reading →

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“My wife returned to confession last night for the first time in over a decade…”

Posted on 29 March 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
I wanted to share with you my great joys. My wife returned to
confession last night for the first time in over a decade, and only the third time ever. On Saturday evening, I will be baptized and received into Christ’s … Continue reading →

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” After a 16 year absence I returned to the Sacrament of Holy Confession this evening.”

Posted on 28 March 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader in my email:
Message:
Dear Fr. Z,
My sincere thanks and gratitude to you for your ministry. After a 16 year absence I returned to the Sacrament of Holy Confession for the first time this evening. After some gentle encouragement … Continue reading →

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JUST TOO COOL: Billboards for CONFESSION! Promoted by which bishop?

Posted on 23 March 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

I think the world of Bp. Slattery of the Diocese of Tulsa. He initiated a liturgical renewal in the diocese, he has been supportive of the Clear Creek Monastery, he sponsored workshops for exorcists. A few more bishops like this … Continue reading →

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After confessing, a young reader asked priest to use the proper form of absolution…

Posted on 23 March 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a young reader:
I’m a teen going to a Catholic highschool in ____. I’m used to relaxed priests who bend the red and change the black. I usually am charitable and celebrate the basic validity of sacraments I receive from them. But … Continue reading →

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Have you made your good confession yet? Fr. Z’s 20 Tips.

Posted on 7 March 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Lent is a time for introspection and conversion.
Has it been a while since you have made a good confession?
Here are some tips.
Fr. Z’s 20 Tips For Making A Good Confession o{]:¬)
We should…
1) …examine our consciences regularly and thoroughly;
2) …wait our turn … Continue reading →

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