Nov 20, 2025 · If you’ve ever wondered how to go to Confession, what to say, or why it is so essential to the life of faith, this comprehensive guide offers the answers!

Preparation for the Sacrament of Penance consists of a good examination of conscience. This examination, guided by the Ten Commandments, prepares one to confess sins to the priest. …

Preparation for the Sacrament of Penance consists of a good examination of conscience. This examination, guided by the Ten Commandments, prepares one to confess sins to the priest. …

While confession is a healing act, many people may wonder what do you say when you go to confession or how to go to confession most effectively. Read our Catholic guide to confession to learn more …

Reflect on your life, trying to recall all the times you sinned against God since your last confession. Use an Examination of Conscience to help you. Be truly sorry for your sins. Make the resolution to avoid …

Before going to confession, take some time to prepare. Begin with prayer asking the Holy Spirit to shine His light into your heart. Ask that you can see yourself, and your life, since your last confession as …

-Do I seek to surrender myself to God´s word as taught by the Church? -Have I ever received communion in the state of mortal sin?

In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against You, whom I should love above all things. I firmly plan, with Your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me …

Jan 18, 2025 · Whether you’re a long-time Catholic who’s gone a bit too long without visiting the confessional or are receiving the sacrament for the first time, we’ll guide you through what you need …

Learn how to go to confession step by step in this simple and easy-to-follow guide. Discover what to do, what to say, and how to prepare for this important Catholic sacrament.