Reconciliation: A User's Manual

By Michael Prieur

Penance, Confession, Reconciliation-the fact that the sacrament of God's forgiveness is known by different names points to some of the questions and confusion that sometimes surround it. Reconciliation: A User's Manual is designed to provide answers and support for those approaching this wonderful gift of God's mercy. A handy guide presented in an easy-to-read, friendly, and accessible format is comfortably kept in a pocket or purse, and convenient to keep near the place where the sacrament is celebrated.Reconciliation: A User's Manual introduces the sacrament as liturgy and explains the three rites of reconciliation. Providing practical helps for the examination of conscience, this manual also includes special examinations of conscience for different ages, life experiences, and for those with special needs. Prayers for help and prayers of contrition unite with excerpts from Scripture to provide further spiritual support. Complete instructions for receiving the sacrament offer gentle help to those who may have been away from the sacrament for a long time.Reconciliation: A User's Manual will be a welcome companion to everyone who seeks God's love and forgiveness, and for those who want to enrich their experience of the miracle of God's mercy. A guide to getting the full spiritual benefits from this sacrament as well as the interior peace that can arise from this warm and loving sign of God's goodness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764808389
• ISBN13: 9780764808388
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Liguori Pubns
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.0" x 0.5" x 3.8"