The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 195: Penance and Reconciliation (2025)
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Jul 14, 2025 Discover the transformative power of the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. Explore how confession not only brings God's forgiveness but also strengthens community bonds through love. Delve into the dual miracles of recognizing sin and embracing mercy, encouraging personal conversion on our spiritual journeys. Learn the essential difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and how they can restore trust in relationships, while tackling the challenges of human imperfection and the pursuit of holiness.
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Sacraments Heal Our Brokenness
- The sacraments of initiation give us new life in Christ, but this life can be weakened or lost by sin.
- Jesus empowered the Church through the Holy Spirit to continue His healing work with sacraments of healing: penance and anointing of the sick.
Confession Heals Church and Soul
- Confession restores our relationship not only with God but also with the Church wounded by our sins.
- The Church continues to labor for our conversion through love, example, and prayer, never giving up on us.
Never Give Up on Conversion
- Never give up on receiving God's mercy through conversion, no matter your present situation.
- The Church and God always provide a way for reconciliation; keep moving forward and seek it.