“And all this is from God, who has reconciled us to himself through Christ
and given us the ministry of reconciliation.” (2 Corinthians 5:18)
what is reconciliation?
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is also called the Sacrament of Penance or Confession. Those who approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him. They are reconciled with the Church which they have wounded by their sins. Sin hurts our relationship with God, and a mature understanding of sin includes reflecting upon our thoughts, actions, and omissions as well as examining the patterns of sin that may arise in our lives.
With contrite hearts, we are also called to reflect upon the effects of our sins upon the wider community and how we might participate in sinful systems. Contrition and conversion lead us to seek forgiveness for our sins to repair damaged relationships with God, self, and others. We believe that only ordained priests have the faculty of absolving sins from the authority of the Church in the name of Jesus Christ (CCC 1495). Our sins are forgiven by God, through the priest.
With contrite hearts, we are also called to reflect upon the effects of our sins upon the wider community and how we might participate in sinful systems. Contrition and conversion lead us to seek forgiveness for our sins to repair damaged relationships with God, self, and others. We believe that only ordained priests have the faculty of absolving sins from the authority of the Church in the name of Jesus Christ (CCC 1495). Our sins are forgiven by God, through the priest.
RECONCILIATION schedule
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Saturdays 3:00 - 4:00 pm in the Church
Or to schedule an appointment, please call the parish office 901.373.6011. Has it been a while since your last confession, or just need a refresher? Click here for a guide to help you! |
you will be set free
The Spiritual effects of the Sacrament of Reconciliation include:
Individual confession with a priest is the principal means of absolution and reconciliation of grave sins within the Church. The Sacrament of Reconciliation frees us from sinful patterns of behavior and calls us to complete conversion to Christ. Reconciliation heals our sins and repairs our relationships.
- reconciliation with God by which the penitent recovers grace
- reconciliation with the Church
- remission of the eternal punishment incurred by mortal sins
- remission, at least in part, of temporal punishments resulting from sin
- peace and serenity of conscience, and spiritual consolation
- an increase of spiritual strength for the Christian battle (CCC 1496)
Individual confession with a priest is the principal means of absolution and reconciliation of grave sins within the Church. The Sacrament of Reconciliation frees us from sinful patterns of behavior and calls us to complete conversion to Christ. Reconciliation heals our sins and repairs our relationships.
First Reconciliation
Saint Ann PRE and School students are being prepared to receive First Reconciliation during Advent of their Second Grade Year. This sacrament preparation is for a two year period: Eucharist 1 (First Grade) and Eucharist 2 (Second Grade).
Our First Eucharist Parent Class & Meeting is held in the autumn. At least one parent of each First Reconciliation child is required to attend this class and meeting.
We host our Parent & Child Reconciliation Retreat in the autumn. At least one parent is to participate with the First Reconciliation child.
Both PRE and School are happy to prepare students above the traditional age as well. Please contact our Parish Office for more information.
Our First Eucharist Parent Class & Meeting is held in the autumn. At least one parent of each First Reconciliation child is required to attend this class and meeting.
We host our Parent & Child Reconciliation Retreat in the autumn. At least one parent is to participate with the First Reconciliation child.
Both PRE and School are happy to prepare students above the traditional age as well. Please contact our Parish Office for more information.