We have now been Catholic for just over three years, and I have been to the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) many times. Perhaps not as often as is good for me, but I am always going a minimum of twice a year.
Still, every time I go, I get nervous. Often, I think, “Oh man — why do I have to go?” It may not be the right thing to admit, but it’s true. During my last Reconciliation, I even asked the priest as I walked in, “Is there going to be a time when I’m not so nervous coming here?” He told me that he still gets just a little nervous. I figure if he’s a cradle Catholic and has been a priest for just over 25 years, there is probably no hope for me then.
Here’s the thing though — I always feel better once I leave.
It reminds me of a quote that I wrote down from Noah when Jack was very nervous getting ready to go to Reconciliation for the first time. Noah said to Jack:
I felt so good after my First Reconciliation. God just washed away all my sins, and I was so happy. I got to get rid of all my sins and start a whole new life.
I totally agree, Noah! It’s like trash day for my soul.
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This is a great post, Angie.
I am a cradle Catholic and go to confession about every two weeks; even so, I still get nervous every time! LOL! It is such a wonderful feeling though when I leave, knowing my soul has been cleansed and renewed.
Something I so need to do! I think your post must have been speaking to me!
Glad to know that even a priest gets nervous!