Then when we receive the sacrament of reconciliation ... minds and hearts with the Scriptures, Catholic teaching and the liturgical life of the Church. Central to Christian maturity and this ...

“Catechism of the Catholic Church,” 1114-1130). First and foremost, the sacraments are the sacraments of Christ. They are of Christ because he instituted all seven. In essence, the sacraments ...

The sacrament of reconciliation is a sacrament ... and practice complete humility and fruitful satisfaction. (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1450) Forgiveness of sins brings reconciliation ...