Friday in the First Week of Lent

We walk through a clear, step‑by‑step guide to make a good confession during Lent, from preparation to penance, with short prayers that frame the whole practice. We keep it practical: what to do, what to avoid, and how frequent confession builds peace and resolve.• opening prayers for Lent and focus• why preparation for confession matters• how to examine conscience with the Holy Spirit• how to state sins in kind and number• keeping it brief, clear, and honest• mortal vs venial sins and order of naming• listening to penance and acting promptly• praying the act of contrition deliberately• pitfalls to avoid in the confessional• difference between sin, temptation, and emotion• confession vs counseling and when to ask questions• gratitude after absolution and frequent confessionIf you found this time of prayer and reflection fruitful and would like more opportunities to grow in your faith this Lent, consider joining the Cristeros and purchasing our Lenten Reflection booklet, now available on Amazon.comThe Cristeros app is available on the Apple app and Google Play StoreMore information on the Cristeros can be found at theCristeros.orgSend us Fan Mail