The minister invites all to join in the penitential rite: V. My brothers and sisters, let us turn with confidence to the Lord and ask forgiveness for all our sins. After a brief silence ...

At the conclusion of the sacrament of Penance or the penitential rite, the priest may give the Apostolic pardon for the dying, with plenary indulgence, using one of these forms: Through the holy ...

Dioceses around the country will observe the annual 'Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse' tomorrow to coincide with the ...

That’s why we use it during the penitential seasons,” Father Sibley said. “It is also used based on the fact that Jesus, who is the King during his passion, was clothed in purple cloth.” ...

Dear brothers and sisters, We begin our annual pilgrimage of Lent in faith and hope with the penitential rite of the ...