​First Reconciliation

"And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God
​for Christ's sake has forgiven you."  Ephesians 4:32

First Reconciliation is a great time to teach our children about God's loving forgiveness.  We all make mistakes but God knows our hearts and loves us no matter what we do.  Children learn the importance of apologizing and forgiving others too. 

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​Our children gave their testimonials after receiving First Penance!
 
What do you remember feeling as you were sitting talking to the priest?
*I was feeling happy" Chris
"I felt nervous"  Hannah
"I was kind of nervous but it felt good to have no more sins"  Norah
"I was feeling nervous and scared" Brianna
 
At the end of the celebration, how did you feel?
"I felt good that I did it.  I was very happy it was so easy.  I should not have been scared"  Norah
"It felt good" Hannah
"Good"  Brianna
"I felt good and proud of myself"  Chris
 
How are you different?
"I know that God forgives me"  Chris
"I feel forgiven for my sins"  Brianna
"Before I made my confession I had a lot of sins.  But after my confession and talking to the priest it felt so good to be sin free!"  Norah
"I was sad but then I was happy" Brianna
"I know that God loves me!"

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