Bless Me Father: Catholic Confession Explained

Fr. Scott Bailey explains the history and practice of Catholic Confession, highlighting why it matters, the Biblical evidence for this sacrament, and how to make a good confession. Jesus breathed on the apostles and gave them the Holy Spirit in order to forgive sins, and the scriptures emphasize that it is not enough to pray to be forgiven for deadly sins. Fr. Scott unpacks the Biblical support and the historical practice of Confession, and he includes advice on how to make a good confession.

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
01:52 History
05:28 Seal of Confession
07:19 Biblical Evidence
12:04 Tips for making a good confession
23:29 Some encouragement for those who had a bad experience in confession

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