Reconciliation this Advent 2023
Advent is a time of spiritual awakening and renewal as we prepare for the coming of Our Savior. During this reflective time, we’re making the sacrament of reconciliation more available for everyone to participate in. Whether you haven’t been to confession since your very first Reconciliation, or you used to go all the time, all are welcome without judgment.
“God is not so interested in our first response as where we end up.”
Individual Reconciliation
From December 2nd - 23rd, individual confessions will be offered daily 20 minutes before each mass at the private confession rooms in the back of the church. Please note that the 11am Saturday morning confessions are suspended during this time.
“Confession is an act of honesty and courage – an act of entrusting ourselves, beyond sin, to the mercy of a loving and forgiving God.”
Advent Deanery Communal Reconciliation Services
Additionally, these penance services in our local community are available to you.
Monday, December 4th • 7pm • Church of the Ascension, New Milford
Monday, December 11th • 7pm • Church of the Annunciation, Paramus
Monday, December 18th • 7pm • St. Therese of Lisieux, Cresskill
For families enrolled in Faith Formation 2023-2024, participating in reconciliation counts towards the Prayer menu category