Alleluia 

R. Alleluia, alleluia.
We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you,
because by your Cross you have redeemed the world.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

“Needing to go to Confession is like needing to check in with a doctor regarding our physical health.  We cannot afford to neglect spiritual doctoring of our souls anymore than we can afford to neglect a physical doctor of our bodies.  The Sacrament of Penance also works for a healthy life.  Mature and healthy men are men who can take themselves to task, recognize their mistakes and take aim to correct those mistakes for the sake of positive connections with their spouse, their children, their friends, the people they work with and, therefore our God.

Check your parish confession schedule or some parish, shrine or oratory that has a regular confession schedule.”

~ Bishop Joseph Perry  

Believe it or not, many people who attend Mass choose to ignore God’s truth because they don’t like hearing readings or homilies that convict or demand a change.

If you find yourself reacting strongly to a passage of Scripture or words shared from a homily, then you ought to take an honest look at yourself.  As men, God needs to cut into the deepest recesses of our soul and spirit, in the hopes that it transforms us to run to confession and repentance in order to receive forgiveness and cleansing.

The convicting passage of Scripture may cause momentary discomfort, but those of us who listen and take their burden and weaknesses to Jesus find grace and help, and sweet relief.

Thanks for Reading.

Make it a great week. See you back here again next Monday.

Frank J Casella, CMCS Executive Director

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