Lent 2020: Our 40 Day Journey toward Easter, Together

Confession

The Sacrament of Reconciliation, or Confession, brings about a change of heart through God’s mercy and forgiveness. Experience the Lord’s compassion through the Sacrament of Penance at St. James during Lent. 

Confession schedule: For the complete schedule of Lenten Confessions for 2020, please revisit this page in early 
February, 2020.  

Visit thelightison.org for more resources, including a Guide to Confession. Download a printable guide to the sacrament or save the pew card and examen to your phone or tablet for easy reference. 

“The light of our Lord’s mercy is always available in the Sacrament of Reconciliation and pierces the darkness of sin.  With great trust, may we confidently approach Jesus who awaits us and experience His mercy in this sacred Season of Lent and always.”
–Bishop Burbidge, Diocese of Arlington

“How many times in my pastoral ministry have I heard it said, ‘Father, I have many sins,’ & I have always pleaded, ‘Don’t be afraid; go to him; he is waiting for you; he will take care of everything.’ We hear many offers from the world around us, but let us take up God’s offer instead: his is a caress of love.” –Pope Francis, Homily, Basilica of St. John Lateran, Divine Mercy Sunday, April 7, 2013.