"Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them , and whose sins you retain are retained."
(John 20:23)
(John 20:23)
Requirements
- Candidates for First Penance are those members of the Christian faithful who have reached the use of reason, are seven years of age, or are in the second grade.
- The program of preparation for the reception of the Sacrament of Penance is a one-year process, an additional year of religious education prior to entering this program is required.