tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post629655399497667591..comments2024-03-17T22:48:00.427+08:00Comments on Reflections and Ruminations: Running into the arms of forgiveness at confessionFr Luke Fonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03079016104331055895noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post-48545057193046607652015-12-12T23:25:17.187+08:002015-12-12T23:25:17.187+08:00“The grace that comes from the confession is not c...“The grace that comes from the confession is not cheap.....................................those who confer the grace through the sacrament bear part of this burden to share in the unburdening of the heaviness of sin.”<br /><br />I find this paragraph both – moving and disturbing. I was ignorant of the fact that our father -confessors would also “participate” in the penance of the penitents via such a manner. It is so ‘in the footsteps of Christ’ for them to want to help lighten the unburdening of our sins........it is indeed a very beautiful act of love and mercy.<br /><br />Recently, going through a dark stretch - keeping vigil over a sibling battling for his life, I was awakened to the awareness of what a loving and caring presence can accomplish where words and actions fail.<br /><br />Similarly, knowing that at least some of our priest-confessors care enough to go the extra-mile for the penitents they minister to - also makes a difference in the attitude we hold towards this Sacrament. It can help to dispel the feeling of dread and a sinking feeling in the gut whenever we think of going for confession for we know now that at least we are in a caring presence. Sometimes, we feel over-whelmed by our audaciousness in seeking forgiveness for sins we commit repetitively .However, knowing that in their prayers the priests are also praying for all penitents/sinners who visit the Confessional gives us the courage and perseverance not to give up.<br /><br /><br />God bless u, Fr<br /><br />tessa<br /><br />Tessahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04211998984286520369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post-83508230073085135442015-12-12T22:47:21.973+08:002015-12-12T22:47:21.973+08:00While i really do feel for priests when penetentia...While i really do feel for priests when penetential service time rolls round, i wonder if the importance of the sacrament is reflected by the amount of time devoted to its administration?..15 whole mins before mass if you're lucky ...<br />of course there are a few excptions... Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post-7476267731728746862015-12-12T08:59:42.560+08:002015-12-12T08:59:42.560+08:00Dear Father Luke,
The Confessional room is a sacr...Dear Father Luke,<br /><br />The Confessional room is a sacred place where we come to acknowledge our sins. It is a conscious and subconscious that lead us to purify our hearts. Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God. ( Matthew 5 : 8) It does not matter what the priest think about me but to renew my relationship with the Lord. Accept whatever comments that being given and reflect about it and pray not repeat the same sin. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post-5115746299272835862015-12-09T12:53:04.867+08:002015-12-09T12:53:04.867+08:00Thank you Father Luke.
I appreciate the fact that ...Thank you Father Luke.<br />I appreciate the fact that some priests will do penance on our behalf and this has made me resolve to be more mindful & to behave better so as not to commit so much sins.<br />Going to confession, we need the grace to feel sorrow for our sins & the courage to confess our worst mistakes. It is a humbling experience but the relief & joy received during confession makes up for the earlier feelings of apprehension, etc.<br />God Bless You.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7853204965986587589.post-39261934626589380082015-12-09T11:48:17.616+08:002015-12-09T11:48:17.616+08:00Thanks Fr Luke on that note on confession. On the ...Thanks Fr Luke on that note on confession. On the other hand.. i do know that some people don't even go confession even on penitential service. They say not necessary at all.. When i suggest that they go .. they gave you a smug look.. whatever that means i don't know.. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15403665889967787895noreply@blogger.com