1. The Sacrament of Penance
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
-1 John 1:9

2. Sign of the Sacrament Confession of sins to a priest (MATTER)
absolution given by the priest (FORM).

3. Minister
Catholic priest…
…approved by the bishop (faculties)

4. Effects Forgiveness of sins Sanctifying grace
Stronger relationship with God
Removes some punishment for sins
Actual grace to avoid sin in the future

5. Other names Confession Reconciliation Telling of our sins verbally
We are reunited to God.

6. Activities
Visit the confessional and do a mock confession as a class to increase comfort with the sacrament.
Write common sins on pieces of paper, crumple them up and have them tossed into the trashcan to symbolize the reality of sin being forgiven after confession.
Wrap a student in yarn, having others list common sins each time a loop is made around the student. The idea is that sin ensnares us/inhibits freedom. Take each loop off as the sin is “confessed” in a mock confession.

7. Video
How Do I Go to Confession – Video Catechism ( confession/)