Penance
First Penance is the first time your child will meet Jesus when he or she is sorry for doing something wrong ON PURPOSE. The child expresses sorrow for their sins and the intention not to sin again. Your child will be welcomed back by the priest in the name of Jesus and the Christian community.
Reconciliation is a sacrament by which a person renews a love relationship with God and the community. In the sacrament of reconciliation a person
- makes peace with the community
- celebrates God's forgiving love
- receives help to live a better life
Children begin to view this sacrament of forgiveness and grace in more complete way when they talk about preparing for First Penance or First Reconciliation, the terms we use instead of First Confession.
Faith Formation contact: 781-337-2171 x 3
