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Why do Catholics go to confession and tell their sins to a priest instead of simply telling God?
It all depends of the severity of the sin. Some need to be cleared up by your priest who is the father of the area he has charge of. He will give you council to overcome the sin. But we also need to confess our sins to God for it is He who has charge of our salvation. All of us would like to face God with a clear concience. Now is the time to prepare to meet God. Your Priest only has charge of your membership in the church.
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Or, because it's biblical, as in Matthew 16:18-19:
18And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven."
Peter was the first pope, and below him are the cardinals who supervise the priests, that in fact implement this biblical authority on down.
What else can I help you with?
What is the name for telling your sins to the priest in reconciliation?
Confession
How many essential part of confession?
There are three essential parts to the sacrament of confession in the Catholic Church: contrition (sincere sorrow for sin), confession (telling one's sins to a priest), and satisfaction (performing the penance prescribed by the priest).
Why are Catholics allowed to tell a priest stuff during confession without being arrested but a Protestant can't?
Most Protestant denominations do not recognize the Sacrament of Reconciliation so there is no confession.
Why do Catholics go to confession and what is the significance of this sacrament in their faith?
Catholics go to confession to confess their sins to a priest and receive absolution, or forgiveness, from God. This sacrament is significant in their faith because it allows them to reconcile with God, receive spiritual healing, and strengthen their relationship with Him. Confession also helps Catholics reflect on their actions, seek guidance for improvement, and experience the grace of God's mercy.
Can the priest discern the content of my confession?
No, the priest cannot disclose the content of your confession as it is protected by the seal of confession, which ensures confidentiality.
Can a priest disclose information from a confession to the police?
In most cases, a priest cannot disclose information from a confession to the police due to the confidentiality of the sacrament of confession.
Can a priest disclose the information shared during confession?
No, a priest cannot disclose the information shared during confession due to the confidentiality of the sacrament of confession.
Can a priest report you after confession?
In most cases, a priest cannot report what is said during confession due to confidentiality rules known as the seal of confession. This means that information shared during confession is considered confidential and cannot be disclosed by the priest.
Why do Catholics pray through the priest?
Catholics do not pray through the priest. The priest prays and the congregation responds. Or the priest and the congregation pray together.
What happens if a priest tells a confession"?
When a priest hears a confession, they are bound by the seal of confession, which means they cannot disclose or discuss anything that was confessed to them. This confidentiality is considered sacred and must be upheld by the priest under all circumstances.
Does a priest go to confession?
Yes he does
Who do you need to tell your sins to in a Roman Catholic ritual of confession?
In the Roman Catholic sacrament of confession, you confess your sins to a priest.
