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Every year during the season of Lent, the Diocese of London hosts the Day of Confession as a way to highlight the Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Day of Confessions
On our annual Day of Confessions, every church across the Diocese of London will be open throughout the day with priests available to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is a unique opportunity to encounter the Lord through his ministers and to experience his unconditional acceptance and limitless mercy—to know directly the healing power of his love.
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
All priests. All parishes. All day.
Perhaps it has been some time since you shared in this sacrament. Nevertheless the door is always open, the Lord is always waiting to receive and to forgive. And as Jesus said so often: "Do not be afraid." For all of us, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is the opportunity to be set free from all that encumbers us in mind, heart and spi
rit. Share in the upcoming Day of Confessions and answer the Lord's invitation to come out of the darkness of sin and to live the gift of new which life he offers.
Pope Francis reminds us: confession is where we encounter Christ.
For a list of confession locations and times, please click here.
(If your parish is not listed, or if you would like to look up your local church address and map, please click here for more information. Some parishes have also listed their local confession times and locations on their Facebook page.)
Resources for Everyone:
Click here to watch a video interview about Day of Confessions with Father John Comiskey, Moderator of the Curia of the Diocese of London.
Bishop Fabbro's Suggestions for Implementation of the Day of ConfessionPenance and Reconciliation: Reconciled to Right Relationship, Called to Heal and Restore
Articles about penance and reconciliation:
- Why Should I go to Confession?
- God's Gift of Forgiveness
- What Makes Sin Grave?
- Three Reasons to go to Confession ASAP
- Ten Tips from a Priest for a Better Confession
- Seven Tips for a Good Confession from a Saint and Spiritual Guide
- It was a Beautiful Confession
- Ask Father Mike: Do We Need Confession
- During Lent, pope offers handy tips for preparing for confession
- Why do catholics go to confession?
- Confession: celebration of mercy, not trial before prosecution
- USCCCBlog: Confession - It puts you straight with everyone
- Themes of Catholic Social Teaching
Questions and Answers about Confession (PDF)
How to Have a Good Confession Brochure (click for your preferred language):
English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, VietnameseExaminations of Conscience
- Grades 2-3; Grades 4-6; Teens; Young Adults
- Single Adults; Married People
- Those Who are Sick
- Older People
- Those Who Have Been Away from Church for a Long Time
Act of Contrition for Youth: Prayer in French or Prayer in English
Celebrating Reconciliation and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at the same timeFAQ
What is Day of Confession? Inaugurated in 2009, this day places emphasis on the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It takes place during Lent (see below). Tens of thousands of the faithful have had their confessions heard since the Diocese of London's first Day of Confession in 2009, at Catholic churches across southwestern Ontario.
What is Lent? Lent is the 40-day penitential period before Easter and is a time when Catholics place an extra focus on God’s mercy and forgiveness.
Resources for Parishes
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A 2018 Day of Confession text box for use in your bulletin: French (colour), French (BW), English (colour), or English (BW)
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Sample 2018 Bulletin Announcement
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Sample 2018 Pulpit Announcements
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Background letter: About Day of Confession
- Printable Confession Times posters: French poster or English poster
- Why Should I go to Confession?
