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Confession

"Reconciliation of a Penitent, or Penance, is the rite in which those who repent of their sins may confess them to God in the presence of a priest, and receive the assurance of pardon and the grace of absolution." (BCP, 859)

All Christians are called to a life of repentance, to confess their sins to God and to ask for forgiveness. A General Confession is made before the Eucharist so that all have an opportunity to examine their conscience before receiving Communion and so that the community as a whole can ask for forgiveness from their collective sins.

But often, it is helpful to be more specific, to name out loud those sins that weigh on us to a wise and confidential priest who can pronounce God's absolution and offer spiritual counsel and advice. It is a powerful and healing means of receiving God's grace directly applied to a person's life.
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For more information about preparing for this sacramental rite and to schedule a confession, contact us and request to speak with  Fr. Wayne directly. The seal of confession is morally absolute and strictly confidential.
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  • Home
  • About
    • Clergy & Staff
    • Vestry
  • Visit
  • Contact
  • Worship & Services
    • Holy Eucharist
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Holy Baptism
    • Holy Matrimony
    • Funerals
    • Confirmation
    • Confession
    • Ordination
  • Get Involved
    • Community Outreach >
      • Hope House
      • St Luke's Ministry
      • Backpack Ministry
      • Charitable Donations
      • Feeding the Community
      • Foreign Ministries
    • Spiritual Growth >
      • Altar Party
      • Greeter's Ministry
      • Daughters of the King
      • Episcopal Church Women
      • Women's Bible Study
      • Cursillo