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Reconciliation … Transformed by the Spirit

Wednesday October 26 5:30-8:00 pm

Thursday October 27 5:30-8:00 pm

Friday October 28 5:30-8:00 pm

Of the seven sacraments, Penance, particularly the reform of the sacrament since the Second Vatican Council, may be the least understood. The practice of the sacrament has ranged from a once-in-a-lifetime chance to turn from sin to a heavily attended weekly ritual. Penances have ranged from harsh tasks that might take a lifetime to accomplish, to a set of simple prayers said hurriedly before leaving the church. The sacrament has been called confession, penance, and most recently, reconciliation, reflecting the shifting emphasis from one element of the sacrament to another. But whatever name is used, the purpose of the sacrament is to foster spiritual growth and ongoing conversion in our life as a community and individuals.

Evaluation

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Objectives

Understand that Reconciliation is the visible sign of the Spirit working through us to create the Kingdom of God by living in peace and love.
Understand that we are called to be a loving and forgiving people. We are made for love.
Understand that the sacrament of Reconciliation supports us in living our faith by loving and forgiving one another as God has loved and forgiven us.

Nugget of Wisdom

“God is constantly knocking at the gate of my heart to invite me to go beyond the state I have reached, because my whole life should be a journey on the way to Love.” - Charles Cardinal Journet

The Word of God

Luke 19:1-10 - Zaccheus

Matthew 9:1-8 - Paralyzed Man

Luke 15:11-32 The Prodigal Son

Catechesis

US Catholic Catechism for Adults (USCCA) pages 233-247

CCC # 1468: “The whole power of the sacrament of Penance consists in restoring us to God’s grace and joining us with him in an intimate friendship. Reconciliation with God is thus the purpose and effect of this sacrament.”

Understanding the Sacraments by Lawrence Mick, pages 55-76

Salesian Spirituality

Introduction to the Devout Life Part II, Chapter 19

Follow Up

The Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham (RCND) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization comprised of individuals, who as an expression of their faith and goodwill, actively seek an end to the violence that is plaguing Durham neighborhoods. “Our mission is to prevent and rectify the injustice of violence that segregates our city and diminishes our humanity.”

Living Without Enemies by Rev. Samuel Wells and Marcia Owen. Listen to the NPR podcast from July 20, 2011

When Marcia Owen began the Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham in 1992, it was a traditional gun-control advocacy group. Over time, Marcia realized that new laws weren't going to address the root causes of the violence plaguing the Bull City. Instead of working for Durham's underserved communities, she began working with the people who lived in them. That particular method of social engagement is what Dean of Duke Chapel Sam Wells has been advocating in his theology for years. Wells and Owen have co-authored a new book called "Living Without Enemies - Being Present in the Midst of Violence” (IVP Books/2011). They join host Frank Stasio to talk about the history and evolution of the Religious Coalition for a Nonviolent Durham and the work they do to support families and communities affected by violence.

Homework suggested by Rev Wells - Initiate a conversation with someone by asking two questions: How are you rich? How are you poor? Then share with the other person how you are rich and how you are are poor.

When God Winks at You by Squire Rushnell (book) Check out the God Winks online .

How To Forgive When You Can't by Dr. Jim Dincali (book)

Why do I have to confess to a priest? (Fr Barron) Click here for video.

In the USCCB (US Conference of Catholic Bishops) sacrament series, Msgr. John Zenz, of the archdiocese of Detroit, walks us through the seven sacraments of the church.Click here for video on the sacrament of Penance.

Growing Faith Reconciliation (Penance) - Growing in Faith Project by Bill Huebsch. The Growing Faith Project is a comprehensive and innovative faith formation series for Catholic adults. Listen to this MP3 version of Booklet #26.