Table prayers for being the salt of the earth and receiving God's healing love.
A family reflection based on the woman who washes Jesus' feet from Luke 7:36-8:3.
Ideas for giving & receiving forgiveness at home.
Participants will reflect on the need for forgiveness in their lives from the perspective of both accepting and giving forgiveness in their relationship with God and with others.
A family reflection based on Luke 15:1-32.
Use this table prayer to remember and seek forgiveness from each other and God.
A collection of resources that explores reconciling with God and each other.
This all-ages session will examine the Christian call to forgive and reconcile within our families, and with the whole world. It will give participants the chance to learn and practice the art of forgiveness. • By Susan Vogt
A guide for parents to use at home with children preparing for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
A ritual for families to use to experience reconciliation at home.
Where did Reconciliation come from? What are the elements of the Rite and what dothey mean? How can the Story of the Prodigal Son help us to understand it more?
In this activity peer groups will focus on words associated with the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Use the story of Paul's conversion in Acts of the Apostles to think about your own experiences with conversion.
Seven scripture readings and reflections to guide families in prayer centered on sin and forgiveness.
Reflect together on these moments from the Rite of Reconciliation: Contrition, Confession, Act of Penance, Absolution, and Proclamation of God.
Use this ritual alongside teaching on Anointing of the Sick and/or Reconciliation.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation session presents an understanding of the theology, symbols, and ritual of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. We will explore the importance of the Sacrament of Reconcilia tion for our lives as Catholics and the need for regular participation in the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The goal of the session is help us participate more actively and more meaningfully in the celebration of Reconciliation and to live our lives as forgiving and forgiven people.
Use this activity in peer groups to explore the idea of change and its relation to the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
This ritual will guide families through reflection and prayer based on our call to be the light of the world.
Use several parables to reflect on sin and forgiveness.
This activity allows families to reflect on forgiveness within the family using their own experiences alongside the Gospel.
Guide to assist individuals who are celebrating the sacrament of reconciliation outside of a communal setting.
A ritual for families to experience reconciliation at home.
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