Prayer before Holy Communion: history, meaning and the strongest texts

Preparation for Holy Communion occupies a special place in the spiritual life of an Orthodox Christian. Since ancient times, participation in the Eucharist has been perceived not only as the greatest ...
The Shreveport Times

Prayer of confession has interesting twist

That is how this “Prayer of Confession” we said recently at First Presbyterian Church of Shreveport struck me. It started: “Let us pray especially for the less worthy members of the church.” How ...
National Catholic Register

Pope Francis Prays for a Renewal of the Sacrament of Reconciliation

In his March 2021 prayer intention video, the pope said: “When I go to confession, it is in order to be healed, to heal my soul. To leave with greater spiritual health. To pass from misery to mercy.” ...
Los Angeles Times

Confession? There’s an app for that

Q. A new app for the iPhone and iPad allows people to make confession with a virtual priest. According to its makers, the “Confession: A Roman Catholic App,” which is on sale at Apple’s iTunes store, ...
abc7NY

Coronavirus News: Churches begin to open in Newark for private prayer, confession

NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) -- Houses of worship in Newark will be open Sunday as New Jersey tries to get up and running. Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart is one whose doors will open to those ...