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Jabronie
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Here’s hoping I don’t give away too many personal details…
When I was leaving work yesterday, I finally said “Enough putting this off” and walked into a church that has 4:30 pm Confessions.
First, I was amazed and a little put off by the size of the line, but after nervously standing in line for a few minutes, a great calm came over me and I realized that there was no turning back and I was really going to do this. I listened to the parishoners pray the Rosary while I kept count of the few sins that I MUST not forget when I finally get in there.
When my time came, it couldn’t have been better. I went face-to-face and had a really understanding Priest listen to my confession, even though he was short on time (Mass was about to begin.)
I stayed for Mass and received Communion for the first time in years and I don’t think I’ve stopped smiling since.
On a side-note, I had to drive all over town to find a store that was selling Rosary’s. I forgot to plan ahead for Penance
Anyhow, I just wanted to thank everyone on this forum. Reading these posts has helped give me the strength to come back to the church.
When I was leaving work yesterday, I finally said “Enough putting this off” and walked into a church that has 4:30 pm Confessions.
First, I was amazed and a little put off by the size of the line, but after nervously standing in line for a few minutes, a great calm came over me and I realized that there was no turning back and I was really going to do this. I listened to the parishoners pray the Rosary while I kept count of the few sins that I MUST not forget when I finally get in there.
When my time came, it couldn’t have been better. I went face-to-face and had a really understanding Priest listen to my confession, even though he was short on time (Mass was about to begin.)
I stayed for Mass and received Communion for the first time in years and I don’t think I’ve stopped smiling since.
On a side-note, I had to drive all over town to find a store that was selling Rosary’s. I forgot to plan ahead for Penance
Anyhow, I just wanted to thank everyone on this forum. Reading these posts has helped give me the strength to come back to the church.
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