The Sacrament of Penance, also known as Reconciliation or Confession, is a Catholic sacrament where baptized individuals confess sins to a priest, express sorrow, receive absolution (forgiveness) from God through the priest’s words, and perform assigned penance (prayer, good works) to repair the harm caused by sin, restoring their grace and relationship with God and the Church. It’s seen as a spiritual medicine for sins committed after baptism, offering profound mercy, healing, and a chance for spiritual renewal.
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