I would hope that you wouldn’t be. What’s done is done.When I was young I had an abortion I was then a Lutheran. I then met my husband who was Catholic and joined the faith. No one except me knew of the abortion. This has been weighing heavy on my mind for many years. If I go to confession and confess this sin, will I be excommunicated?
You need to confess this sin.You should have done it when you converted. This sin is blocking the grace that should be flowing to you . As soon as is possible go confess this sin. You will then be forgiven. You will not be excommunicated. It is obvious that you have contrition. The angels will be rejoicing for you in heaven.When I was young I had an abortion I was then a Lutheran. I then met my husband who was Catholic and joined the faith. No one except me knew of the abortion. This has been weighing heavy on my mind for many years. If I go to confession and confess this sin, will I be excommunicated?
You say you “joined the faith”. If so, you should have confessed that when you became Catholic. If you have not done so, then discuss that with your priest and make a good confession. The Lord loves you and wants you to have confidence in His Love. Be not afraid, you will not be excommunicated.When I was young I had an abortion I was then a Lutheran. I then met my husband who was Catholic and joined the faith. No one except me knew of the abortion. This has been weighing heavy on my mind for many years. If I go to confession and confess this sin, will I be excommunicated?
I second this - remember, God is there to forgive you.Here is a site you may wish to explore. It helps women find peace after abortion. From what I understand free counseling can be given.
hopeafterabortion.com/
I third it.I second this - remember, God is there to forgive you.
Lenor,Lenor, I will pray for you. I am the Pro-Life chairman for my Knights of Columbus Council at my parish. Just a thought, but depending on how comfortable you are, you might find peace in helping others who have gone through what you have gone through. I helped a friend get an abortion while still in high school, and although I can never understand what a woman feels asfterwards, it has weighed heavy on my heart ever since. I have found much peace in the pro-life work I do.
That is awesome that you are in recovery…so am I. Don’t even listen to that negative voice…the one that wants to destroy you…Clear away the “wreckage of your past.” If you are in AA, remember the promises…if you need a friend you can email me anytime… Remember God could & would if He were sought…:console: :hug1: The AA program of recovery and your Catholic faith go hand in hand…remember to use the spiritual tools that you were given…I’m praying for you…keep in touch. A sincere & contrite heart God will not spurn.Thank you to everyone who helped me realize I need to go to confession. I need all your prayers because this will happen Monday, the 15th. This is something I have carried with me for 29 years. It helped me to become an alcoholic, now in recovery, and has caused me to not be the person I so need to be. Please pray God will forgive me.
I hope no one thought I was suggesting you jump into some ministry when you should seek healing first. I was merely suggesting something that might be helpful at a later time.Lenor, I will pray for you. I am the Pro-Life chairman for my Knights of Columbus Council at my parish. Just a thought, but depending on how comfortable you are, you might find peace in helping others who have gone through what you have gone through. I helped a friend get an abortion while still in high school, and although I can never understand what a woman feels asfterwards, it has weighed heavy on my heart ever since. I have found much peace in the pro-life work I do.
Yes, I believed this is where you were headed. BUT if this is where the Lord is calling her at a later time, here is a great website that can help her or anyone struggling with this:I hope no one thought I was suggesting you jump into some ministry when you should seek healing first. I was merely suggesting something that might be helpful at a later time.