HELP! Confesstion particular

[AndrewJ]

I have a very specific question to ask about my moral responsibility.
Several years ago, when pulling in to park, I lightly hit another car, and it happened to be someone I know. It was gentle, and no apparent damage, so I never told the person.
I mentioned that I hit another car and never said anything in confession, but does it change the situation because I know the person? Am I morally obligated to tell the person what happened? Maybe I am being overly scrupulous, but I am really confused, can anyone help with some advice?
Thank you in advance.

 

[ConstantineTG]

Hi Andrew,

Details like this should be discussed with your confessor. Even if a priest member of CAF were to come here and give you an answer, it could never replace that interaction between you and your confessor.

Sorry, its not that I’m unwilling to help. But its best to do it the right way.

 

[TheDoctor]

Andrew - Welcome to the Forums!!!

My $0.02: While your intentions may be noble, at this point I see no moral obligation to tell the person that several years ago you bumped his car and did no damage to it. It sounds like the anguish in remembering this has been more than enough penance for any venial sin of omission.

Try this: Cup your hands together and extend your arms out in front of you. Now, open your hands and let it go. Move on and resolve to (a) not hit any more cars and (b) tell the owner if you do hit them and cause some damage.

 

[AndrewJ]

Thank you so much for responding! I needed some sound advice, and I appreciate it.
Andrew

Andrew - Welcome to the Forums!!!

My $0.02: While your intentions may be noble, at this point I see no moral obligation to tell the person that several years ago you bumped his car and did no damage to it. It sounds like the anguish in remembering this has been more than enough penance for any venial sin of omission.

Try this: Cup your hands together and extend your arms out in front of you. Now, open your hands and let it go. Move on and resolve to (a) not hit any more cars and (b) tell the owner if you do hit them and cause some damage.