"The whole power of the sacrament of Penance consists in restoring us to God's grace and joining us with him in an intimate friendship." Reconciliation with God is thus the purpose and effect of this sacrament. For those who receive the sacrament of Penance with contrite heart and religious disposition, reconciliation "is usually followed by peace and serenity of conscience with strong spiritual consolation." Indeed the sacrament of Reconciliation with God brings about a true "spiritual resurrection," restoration of the dignity and blessings of the life of the children of God, of which the most precious is friendship with God.
-Cathecism of the Catholic Church, 2nd ed., n. 1468
Confession Times
Tuesday:6:00 PM St. Mary
Thursday:6:00 PM St. Mary
Saturday:8:30 AM St. Mary3:00 PM St. Ann
By appointment, please call the pastorate office at (765) 742-4440.
First Reconciliation for Children
For children attending Catholic Schools, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, or in Catholic Home School will receive First Reconciliation prior to First Holy Communion.
If your child is older and has not received First Reconciliation, please contact Cherie Dejoie to make preparations to receive this sacrament.