How are sins forgiven through the Sacrament of Confession
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Confession (also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation) is a sacrament where Catholics receive forgiveness for their sins, and restores them to life in Christ and the Church. Priests have the power to forgive sins as Jesus did in the Scriptures. Through the healing grace of this sacrament, we are restored to communion with God. When you feel prompted by the Holy Spirit, don’t be afraid to seek healing and forgiveness through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
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