Thursday: Fourth Week of Lent

And all this is from God,

who has reconciled us to himself through Christ 

and given us the ministry of reconciliation,  namely, God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, 

not counting their trespasses against them 

and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.              

2 Corinthians 5:18-19

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a beautiful and positive gift in the Catholic Church.  All Christians are called to examine their lives and ask God to forgive whatever is imperfect or disintegrative.  All Christians are encouraged to ask for God’s help in the journey of growth.  Catholic Christians are privileged to have an audio, visual, and tangible ritual in which to receive forgiveness and grace in the context of the prayer of the family of faith.        

In the love of Jesus, 

Father Lenny Zamborsky  

March 7, 1999

For Reflection:

How can you use the Sacrament of Reconciliation to support you on the journey of growth this Lenten season?

Who is waiting for your forgiveness? How does the act of forgiving others spread the message of reconciliation?

Consider participating in a communal penance service with your local parish.  How does receiving forgiveness with your family of faith enhance the ministry of reconciliation?