what is the purpose of confession?

Carol

Break 1

Email from Mary - How do you battle a sin when

Kathleen

Break 2

Theresa

Fr. Kris Stubna joins Patrick to discuss Confession
Why is can’t we just go straight to God with confession?
(5:33) what is the purpose of confession?
(11:06) Carol - I was raised protestant and converted in 1991 in Newark New Jersey. I went through RCIA. Many people were reluctant or scared about confession. We were advised if we didn't want to do that, there was a universal confession where you go through the act of contrition. I never have gone to confession, however, I have been struggling and really want to go. I feel ashamed that I've never go.
(16:51) Tim - If I go to confession and confess my sins, but intentionally don't confess a sin, are the others forgiven?

(22:31) Beak 1
Sal - I'm 80 years old. Cradle Catholic. I've been thinking about sins that I don't know if I confessed them or not. Should I make an appointment with a priest? When I go to confession, there is usually a long line.
(27:59) Email from Mary - How do you battle a sin when you have an affection for sin?
What is an examination of conscience?
(34:07) Kathleen - I would go to confession maybe 2-3 times a year. Son and husband left the church. I started going once a week. Transformation happened over the last year. I began recognizing the graces. Husband and others asked about the transformation. Peace and joy in my heart. I have had such graces from confession.
Victor - What am I supposed to say when I go into the confessional? How do I start? First words...Father forgive me for I have sinned or something else. I'm a convert.

(40:49) Break 2
Jane - I have been going to confession quite regularly. Our priest said this is an opportunity to have a relationship with Jesus. Confession isn't there to make you feel bad, but bind that sever. Made such an impression on me. More priests should tell parishioners that.
(43:51) Theresa - I have a hard time forgiving myself. I have OCD. I caused a lot of pain through my ignorance have trouble getting over it.
Is it okay to confess both sins and faults?

Fr. Kris Stubna joins Patrick to discuss Confession
<ul>
<li>Why is can&rsquo;t we just go straight to God with confession?</li>
<li>(5:33) what is the purpose of confession?</li>
<li>(11:06) Carol - I was raised protestant and converted in 1991 in Newark New Jersey. I went through RCIA. Many people were reluctant or scared about confession. We were advised if we didn't want to do that, there was a universal confession where you go through the act of contrition. I never have gone to confession, however, I have been struggling and really want to go. I feel ashamed that I've never go.</li>
<li>(16:51) Tim - If I go to confession and confess my sins, but intentionally don't confess a sin, are the others forgiven?</li>
</ul>
(22:31) Beak 1
<ul>
<li>Sal - I'm 80 years old. Cradle Catholic. I've been thinking about sins that I don't know if I confessed them or not. Should I make an appointment with a priest? When I go to confession, there is usually a long line.</li>
<li>(27:59) Email from Mary - How do you battle a sin when you have an affection for sin?</li>
<li>What is an examination of conscience?</li>
<li>(34:07) Kathleen - I would go to confession maybe 2-3 times a year. Son and husband left the church. I started going once a week. Transformation happened over the last year. I began recognizing the graces. Husband and others asked about the transformation. Peace and joy in my heart. I have had such graces from confession.</li>
<li>Victor - What am I supposed to say when I go into the confessional? How do I start? First words...Father forgive me for I have sinned or something else. I'm a convert.</li>
</ul>
(40:49) Break 2
<ul>
<li>Jane - I have been going to confession quite regularly. Our priest said this is an opportunity to have a relationship with Jesus. Confession isn't there to make you feel bad, but bind that sever. Made such an impression on me. More priests should tell parishioners that.</li>
<li>(43:51) Theresa - I have a hard time forgiving myself. I have OCD. I caused a lot of pain through my ignorance have trouble getting over it.</li>
<li>Is it okay to confess both sins and faults?</li>
</ul>

The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

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