Sin
Sacrament of Reconciliation
100
Actions, words, thoughts or deeds that alienate us from ourselves, others, and God.
What is personal sin?
100
The sacrament is completely confidential – the priest cannot tell anyone else what the penitent has confessed
What is meant by the seal of confession?
200
give an example of personal sin
what is lying, cheating or stealing
200
So that the sacrament does not become too vague, and we identify actual behaviors that we are going to change
Why do we tell specific sins during Reconciliation?
300
A grave or serious violation of God’s law
What is mortal sin?
300
Once a year to confess any mortal sins
According to Catholic teaching, at least how often should one go to Reconciliation?
400
What completely severs the a relationship with God?
Completely severs it
400
Something you do as recompense for your sins
What is penance?
500
A less serious offense that weakens our relationship with God and others but does not completely destroy it
What is a venial sin
500
When God, through a priest, forgives a person of their sins
What is absolution?
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