Ch. 16 Flashcards
When we examine our conscience, we___
determine wether the choices we have made show love for God, ourselves, and others
consciene:
our ability to know between good and evil.
4 parts in Penance:
express our sorrow (contrition)
name our sins (confession)
we are sorry (penance)
we experience God’s forgiveness. (absolution)
The Church celebrates Penance by when an …
individual meets with a priest or when groups gather to celebrate the sacrament.
If we have commited mortal sin, we must go to penance ____ a year
once
Act of Contrition:
A prayer that allows us to express our sorrow
The priest’s secrey is called the ____ __ __________
seal of confession
The words of anbsolution remind us that…
our reconciliation comes about by the mercy of the Father, the saving action of Jesus, and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
we can turn our hearts and minds to God by:
following Jesus’ example by following the Good News and praying daily.
The Church respects everyone’s _______
dignity
We ask the Holy Spirit to…
help us judge the goodness of our thoughts, words, and actions
We can call Penance ..
a prayer, work of service, and act of service