The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 198: Reconciliation with God (2025)
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Jul 17, 2025 Dive into the profound sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation, where sin is revealed as an offense against God and His Church. Discover how forgiveness strengthens our communion with both. Learn about the apostles' crucial role in dispensing God's mercy and how baptism serves as a transformative entry into the Church. Explore the deep connections between individual repentance and collective healing, illuminating the path to restored relationships with God and the community.
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Sin Offends God and Church
- Sin is primarily an offense against God, rupturing our relationship with Him.
- It also damages our communion with the Church, making reconciliation with both necessary.
Sin as a Willful Rejection
- Sin is a conscious choice to reject God's will in favor of our own.
- This deliberate rebellion turns us away from God and damages our divine relationship.
Sin Breaks God and Church Bonds
- Baptism not only unites us with God but also incorporates us into the Church community.
- Mortal sin breaks both our relationship with God and our communion with the Church, necessitating forgiveness and reconciliation with both.
