Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) | Sacramento de la Reconciliación (Confesión)
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a beautiful encounter with the mercy of God. Through Confession, we receive the forgiveness of sins, healing for the soul, and the grace to begin again with renewed hearts.
El Sacramento de la Reconciliación es un encuentro profundo con la misericordia de Dios. Por medio de la Confesión, recibimos el perdón de nuestros pecados, sanación interior y la gracia para comenzar de nuevo.
Regular Confession Schedule
Confessions are held
every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Seasonal Schedule Notice
Please note that
during the seasons of Advent and Lent, regular Thursday confessions are
suspended and are offered instead through
Penance Services held throughout our vicariate.
Horario Regular de Confesiones
Las confesiones se celebran
todos los jueves de 6:00 PM a 7:00 PM.
Aviso para Adviento y Cuaresma
Durante los tiempos de
Adviento y Cuaresma, las confesiones regulares de los jueves
no se llevan a cabo. En su lugar, se ofrecen
Servicios Penitenciales en el vicariato.
How to Go to Confession | Cómo Confesarse
Before Confession
- Take time for prayer and silence
- Make an Examination of Conscience
- Ask the Holy Spirit for honesty and sorrow for sin
During Confession
- Begin: “Bless me, Father, for I have sinned…”
- Confess your sins simply and sincerely
- Pray the Act of Contrition
- Receive absolution and a penance
After Confession
- Thank God for His mercy
- Complete your penance
“Confession is not a judgment, but a moment of encounter with the mercy of God who never tires of forgiving.”
—
Pope Francis
