Confession

The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)

A Sacrament of Healing

The Sacrament of Reconciliation, also known as Confession or Penance, is a beautiful gift of God’s mercy, allowing us to seek forgiveness for our sins and restore our relationship with Him and the Church. Through this sacrament, we experience God’s love, healing, and grace.


Who Can Receive Reconciliation?

  • To receive God’s forgiveness for sins committed after Baptism
  • To restore and strengthen our relationship with God
  • To receive grace to resist temptation and grow in holiness
  • To experience peace and renewal in our spiritual life


How to Go to Confession

  • Examine your conscience – Reflect on your sins since your last confession.
  • Confess your sins – Speak honestly with the priest, who represents Christ and the Church.
  • Receive a penance – The priest will give a prayer or action to help with spiritual growth.
  • Make an Act of Contrition – Express sorrow for your sins and commitment to change.
  • Receive absolution – The priest, through Christ, forgives your sins.


When Can I Go to Confession?

Our parish offers regular confession times at our Historic Chapel (800 South Oak Ave, Sanford, FL 32771):

  • Friday 9:00-9:50 AM (English) during the Adoration
  • Friday 7:00-8:00 PM (Spanish) on the first and third Fridays of the month
  • Saturday 9:00-10:00 AM (English)
  • You may also schedule an appointment by contacting our Parish Office at (407) 322-3795


Come and experience the healing power of God’s mercy!


Two forms of the 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.


(from the Rite of Penance)

O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You, and I detest all my sins because of Your just punishments, but most of all because they offend You, my God, who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve with the help of Your grace to sin no more and to avoid the near occasion of sin. Amen.


(A traditional version)