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Do Catholics confess their sins to a priest?
Yes, but technically, we confess our sins to God through the priest.
Why do Catholics confess to priests?
Because he is the only one who has the power from God to give us absolution for our sins.
Do all sins need confession?
Though it is recommended to confess all sins, the only mandatory ones to confess are mortal sins. Sins that have been committed with full intention of committing it, full knowledge of how evil it is, and that are grave sins (All three conditions must be met for a sin to be mortal).
Why do you have to Catholics confess their sins?
just cuz. idk y. but that's just part of being a catholic.
Why do Catholics have to confess their sins to a priest?
Catholics must confess their sins to a priest as this is the only normal way in which Our Blessed Savior left for people to have their sins forgiven. Less serious sins (venial sins) may be forgiven with a good Act of Contrition and Holy Communion. Serious sins (mortal sins) may only be forgiven at Confession. Besides the Church requires that all adult Catholics must go to confession at least once a year, even if they have not committed any mortal sins. Any good Catholic who is sincerely trying to fall Christ and become perfect (Matthew 5:48) should be going to regular confession, weekly or at the least, every other week.
Why do Catholics confess their sins to a priest?
Catholics confess their sins to a priest because they believe it is a way to seek forgiveness from God and receive spiritual guidance and support. The priest acts as a mediator between the individual and God, offering absolution and helping the person to make amends for their sins. This practice is rooted in the belief that the priest has been given the authority to forgive sins by Jesus Christ.
Do you have to confess your sins to go to Heaven?
Yes, you do have to confess your sins & get baptized in the Holy Spirit to go to heaven.
What are the unforgivable sins to catholics?
The only unforgivable sin is a sin for which you are unrepentant.
Can you receive the Eucharist if you don't confess sins?
Who is going to know and hold you accountable if you don't confess your sins before taking the Eucharist?
What is it called when you admit your sins to a priest?
When you admit your sins to a priest it is called a confession. Some say it is better to confess your sins to a higher power so that it is only between you and them.
Can catholic sins be forgiven just asking god?
Venial sins can be, but mortal sins can only be forgiven through the sacrament of penance. Although it is recommended to confess venial sins in the sacrament of penance as well.
Do priests confess their sins to other priests?
Yes, priests can confess their sins to other priests in a practice known as the sacrament of reconciliation or confession.
