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Reconciliation

Sacrament of Reconciliation

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In the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we express sorrow for our sins and promise to do our best to not repeat sin again. We acknowledge our sins before God, we receive pardon (absolution), and we perform an act of penance or reconciliation as directed by the priest. The grace we receive from the reception of this Sacrament helps us grow stronger in our faith and our ability to live a Christ-centered life.

Any baptized Catholic may receive this Sacrament. There is no limit to the number of times we can be forgiven for our sins! Catholics are encouraged to receive this Sacrament at least once a year between the start of Lent and Pentecost. Catholics who have committed serious sin are not to receive the Eucharist until their serious sin has been forgiven in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 

The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) explains that the precepts of the Church are meant to guarantee us "the very necessary minimum in the spirit of prayer and moral effort in the growth in love of God and neighbor" (CCC 2041).

Continuing under the "first precept, 'You shall attend Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation...'" (CCC 2042), the "second precept ('You shall confess your [serious] sins at least once a year') ensures preparation for the Eucharist by the reception of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which continues Baptism's work of conversion and forgiveness."

In addition, the "third precept ('You shall receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist at least once during the Easter season') guarantees as a minimum the reception of the Lord's body and blood in connection with the Paschal feasts, the origin and center of the Christian Liturgy" (CCC 2042).
​Confession Schedule
Mon., Wed., Fri.: 5:00 p.m.
Sat.: 9:00 a.m.
For Appointments,
​Contact the Ministry Center

209-472-2150

If you have never received the Sacrament of Reconciliation, contact the following:
RCIC - Children 7 years old - 8th grade
Minister of Religious Education

Nancy Gomez
Phone: 209-320-5714
religioused@presentationchurch.net
Link to RCIC - Elementary



High School
 Taylor D. Barrett, Th.M. Biblical Studies
Phone: 209-320-5713
presdre@presentationchurch.net
Link to RCIA - Youth/Young Adult


Post High School/Adults
Minister of Adult Formation
Deacon Scott A. Johnson
Phone: 209-320-5713
Phone (Direct): 916-712-0499
deaconscott@comacast.net
Link to RCIA - Adult


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​FORGIVEN: THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF CONFESSION

The season of Advent is a perfect time for spiritual renewal through encountering God’s mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

In his letter to the Romans, St. Paul says that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Sin—and the resulting guilt—is a universal experience. Maybe we try to justify our sins and ignore the guilt. Maybe the guilt becomes all-consuming, and we can’t see a way out. But that guilt isn’t meant to be ignored or to consume us. Guilt is a wake-up call, and God wants to use it to draw us mercifully back to himself.
Forgiven - Session 1: Where are You? | Sesión 1: ¿Dónde estás?
Have you ever felt lost and alone, isolated in guilt? Like the Prodigal Son among the pigs, we know that we have sinned. But God won't leave us there—he searches for us and runs to welcome us home in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Click here to watch Session 1 on FORMED now. 

Sesión 1: ¿Dónde estás?
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¿Alguna vez has recibido una "llamada de atención" que te inspiró a hacer un cambio en tu vida? Tal vez fue algo importante, como una situación de salud que te forzó a tomar mejores decisiones. O tal vez fue algún comentario de un amigo que te convenció a llevar a cabo una acción diferente en cierto asunto. Cuando nos desviamos del curso de nuestra vida, Dios a menudo nos envía una llamada de atención para acercarnos a Él. Pero algunas veces es difícil, e incluso doloroso, parar, escuchar y dar la vuelta. Gracias a Dios, Él no nos pide que lo hagamos por nuestra propia cuenta. Él no sólo nos llama a regresar a casa, sino que también camina con nosotros en cada paso del camino.

Haga clic aquí para ver la Sesión 1 en FORMED ahora.
Forgiven - Session 2: An Encounter with Mercy | ​Sesión 2: Un encuentro de Misericordia
We are not defined by our mistakes. In Confession, Jesus invites us to encounter his mercy and be healed by his love. When he tells us "Go and sin no more," he also gives us the grace to do so.

Click here to watch Session 2 on FORMED now. 

Sesión 2: Un encuentro de Misericordia

​Nuestros errores no nos definen. En la confesión, Jesús nos invita a tener un encuentro con Su misericordia y a ser sanados por Su amor. Cuando nos dice: "Vete y no peques más", Él también nos otorga la gracia para cumplir lo que nos pide.

Haga clic aquí para ver la Sesión 2 en FORMED ahora.
Forgiven - Session 3: Embraced in Mercy: The Rite Explained | ​Sesión 3: Un encuentro de Misericordia, la explicación del Rito
Whether you go to Confession regularly or a decade ago, this session guides you step-by-step through the deeper meaning of every aspect of the Rite—what it is, why we do it, and how it impacts your life.

Click here to watch Session 3 on FORMED now. 

Sesión 3: Un encuentro de Misericordia, la explicación del Rito

No es fácil admitir cuando hemos hecho algo mal o hemos fallado en hacer algo bueno. Pero cuando aprendemos a confiar en la misericordia de Dios, no debemos tener miedo de enfrentar nuestros pecados. Esa misericordia está presente ante nostros en una forma muy real en el confesionario por medio del ministerio del sacerdote. El amor misericordioso de Dios le da forma a cada palabra y a cada acción del sacramento, y cuando nos preparamos para recibirlo honestamente y en oración, estaremos abiertos a recibir la plenitud de Su gracia.

Haga clic aquí para ver la Sesión 3 en FORMED ahora.

We'd love to see you soon!

Church: 1515 W. Benjamin Holt Drive, Stockton, CA 95207
Ministry Center: 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207
School: 1635 W. Benjamin Holt Drive, Stockton, CA 95207

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Ministry Center Hours

M-F: 8:30am-4:30pm

Telephone
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209-472-2150

Email
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media@presentationchurch.net