Noun
sacrament of reconciliation (plural sacraments of reconciliation)
(Roman Catholicism) The sacrament (sacred ritual) also called confession, involving contrition by a person, confessing sins to a priest, penance performed by the person, and absolution granted by the priest.
Synonym: reconciliation
Confession is something we will never outgrow, even if we become the saints God made us to be. Pope John Paul II and Mother Teresa of Calcutta were revered even during their lifetime; but both made frequent use of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Donald Wuerl
Then I’ll ask them why, and pretty much they understand it’s because they’re going to be receiving sacraments: The Sacrament of Reconciliation and The Sacrament of Holy Communion. Source: Internet
The Diocese of Fall River has said that “Priests may offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation only in danger of death, or by appointment in extraordinary situations.” Source: Internet
Sacrament of Reconciliation is highly encouraged. Source: Internet