Prayer Before Confession
Come Holy Spirit, into my soul. Enlighten my mind that I may know the sins I ought to confess, and grant me your grace to confess them fully, humbly, and with a contrite heart. Help me to firmly resolve not to commit them again. O Blessed Virgin, Mother of my Redeemer, intercede for me through the Passion of Your Son, that I may obtain the grace to make a good confession. All you blessed Angels and Saints of God, pray for me, a sinner, that I may repent from my sins, and that my heart may be forever united with yours in eternal love. Amen.
During Confession
"In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit Amen. Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. My last confession was ? (weeks, months, years) ago."
My Current State of Life:
Currently: (Going to 2-5 masses per week, Monthly Confessions...)
Sins since my last confession:
Lists:
Sins of the past that never confessed:
Lists:
Act of Contrition
My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good,I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.
Amen
Performing Your Penance
Pay close attention to the penance that the priest gives you. For after you have thanked the Lord for absolving your sins, it is time to perform your Penance. Follow their instructions, and take their advice into consideration. By doing exactly as they instruct, you will be showing that you truly are remorseful for your actions, and wanting to be absolved of your sins.
Prayer after Confession
My dearest Jesus, I have told all my sins to the best of my ability. I have sincerely tried to make a good confession and I know that you have forgiven me. Thank you dear Jesus! Your divine heart is full of love and mercy for poor sinners. I love You dear Jesus; you are so good to me. My loving Saviour, I shall try to keep from sin and to love You more each day. Dearest Mother Mary, pray for me and help me to keep all my promises. Protect me and do not let me fall back into sin. Dear God, help me to lead a good life. Without Your grace I can do nothing.
Amen!
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Soon after Confession do a plenary indulgence for yourself or a loved one that passed away.
A plenary indulgence is a remission of the temporal punishment due to sins that have already been forgiven through the sacrament of confession. It is an act of mercy granted by the Catholic Church to help individuals attain full spiritual healing and complete reconciliation with God.
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