Confession

The Sacrament of Confession is also known as Penance and Reconciliation, among other names. Although often called Confession in common usage, the term “penance” best describes the essential interior disposition required for this sacrament.

In fact, there is a virtue of penance. This is a supernatural virtue by which we are moved to detest our sins from a motive made known by faith, and with an accompanying purpose of offending God no more and of making satisfaction for our sins. In this sense the word “penance” is synonymous with “pénitence” or “repentance.”

Opportunities for Confession on a weekly basis:

  • Tuesday 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM in the Church
  • Saturday mornings 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM in the Church
  • Confession is also available by scheduling an appointment.

Note: Unless he has another commitment, the priest will remain in the confessional past these times including Saturday confession, until all penitents have received the sacrament.

Communal Confession Services are held during Advent and Lent.

First Confession preparation is provided through the day school and the PREP program during the year. The Sacrament is first celebrated with 2nd grade students in late winter but prior to First Communion.

For more detailed information on PREP classes, please contact Trish Dryer at the parish office,

trish.dyer@incarnation-parish.com 937-433-1188 ext 211