Reconciliation
Reconciliation
This is a sacrament of healing. It is God who reconciles us to himself through Christ. The Church makes present God's reconciling work in Christ who is reconciling the world to God and us to one another.
The Church brings this into sharper focus through this sacrament. It allows us to experience the marvellous forgiveness of sin through the Holy Spirit. Jesus came for the sick and not for the righteous. We all participate in the sin system and experience ourselves at times trapped in the grasp of darkness.
The celebration of this sacrament is a dialogue moment that happens within the context of a reading from the Word of God and the desire to change. The result of this conversation is an experience of God's mercy and reconciliation.
How it unfolds
Examine
Quietly review your life in the light of the Gospel.
Confess
Speak with a priest in the sacrament of mercy.
Go in peace
Receive forgiveness and begin anew.
Each year the parish runs First Reconciliation and First Communion programmes for baptised children aged 8 years or older to prepare for these sacraments.
Please email our Young Family Minister - Karen for more information - youngfamilyminister@catholicparishnp.nz
To enquire, contact the Parish Office on 06 757 3682 or office@catholicparishnp.nz.
To enquire, contact the Parish Office on 06 757 3682 or office@catholicparishnp.nz.
Receive God's mercy
Reconciliation is offered regularly — check Mass times notices or call the office.