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Name 3 mortal sins
Stealing, adultery, or murder etc
What does "God is merciful" mean?
It means that God forgives us when we turn to Him with a repentant heart, no matter how many times we fall.
T or F: Doing penance grants us absolution from our sins.
False. The Prayer of Absolution from the priest marks the point where we are absolved of our sins.
Mortal sin is a serious offence that severs your relationship with God and requires confession to be forgiven.
Venial sin is a less serious sin that weakens your relationship with God but doesn’t sever it.
What are the 3 steps of conversion?
repentance, contrition, and penance
What is the purpose of confession?
To receive God's forgiveness for sins committed after baptism, through the priest’s absolution and our sincere contrition.
What is "concupiscence"?
Concupiscence is the inclination to sin that we inherit from Adam and Eve.
What is John 8:11?
"Go, and sin no more."
What does "contrition" mean?
Contrition is sincere sorrow for our sins, and it’s necessary for forgiveness. It’s like wanting to make things right after hurting someone you love.
How can we form our consience well? Name one way
We can follow the ten commandments and church teachings, virtues, Works of Mercy
What is the book and story of the Adulterous Woman?
John 8.
How does penance help us grow in holiness?
Penance helps us grow in holiness by reminding us of God’s love and the need for reconciliation. It can help us heal spiritually, and after completing it, we often feel peaceful and closer to God.
What is word meaning the inclination to sin? Spell out the word
CONCUPISCENCE
What is the difference between imperfect and perfect contrition
Sorrow for sin, caused by fear
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Sorrow for sin, caused by love for God.
What is the Prayer of Absolution?
“...through the ministry of the Church may God give you pardon and peace, and I absolve you from your sins in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen."