“Those who approach the Sacrament of Penance obtain pardon from God’s mercy for the offense committed against Him, and are, at the same time, reconciled with the Church.” The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered every Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon. Confessions are heard from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings and from 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. on Saturday afternoons in the church. Confessions can also be made at any time by appointment with a priest. Also, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated communally in Advent and Lent. This year’s Communal Penance Services will be held on Tuesday December 16th. Children in the second grade are prepared for their First Confession by the Director of Religious Education. Please see Teresa Markgraf in the Parish Office for more information. First Confessions will be heard this year on Saturday, December 13th. more info