Confession...

Topics

• Why do Catholics confess their sins to a priest?

• When sin is not mortal sin, do you still confess?  If so, to whom do you confess?

• What is the nature of the sacrament of reconciliation?

• Can I confess a mortal sin I don't remember?

• Do I have to tell the world about a sin I confessed?

• What is a mortal sin?

• How often should I go to confession?

• Is my forgiveness dependent on a particular phrase?

• What if I forget a sin after I've already confessed?

• Can I confess without saying the actual sin?

• Must restitution be made in Confession to the person or group from which a penitent originally stole?

• Does the priest have to consult with his bishop before granting absolution of sins?