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Father Timothy J. Mockaitis, pastor of Queen of Peace Church in Salem, Ore., and penitent Ethan K. Alano of Salem demonstrate how a confession is conducted.
FaithNews
Joe Owens - OSV News
House Bill 74 would do away with the privilege in a sacramental confession by requiring priests to report information relating to child abuse and neglect that is shared in a confessional.
A file photo shows a crown of thorns.
FaithNews
Gina Christian - OSV News
The experience of the sacrament of penance in the Roman rite will be slightly different this Lent, thanks to approved changes in the English translation set to take effect in a few weeks.
priest baptizing a baby girl
FaithScripture Reflections
Kevin Clarke
A reflection for the Baptism of the Lord, by Kevin Clarke
FaithLetters
Our readers
A number of responses to Pope Francis' interview with five representatives of America Media on Nov. 22, 2022 centered on the question of women's ordination and women's roles in the church. Here are five responses.
FaithFaith in Focus
Simcha Fisher
I have a confession to make: I have not been to confession yet this Advent. Every year, I bug people to go sometime during the season, and I think most of my family has been. But I have not yet gone myself.
FaithFaith and Reason
James F. Keenan
A close look at the Catholic moral tradition around sin, mercy and confession shows that it developed from its inception pathways to holiness that were collective, merciful, hospitable, inclusive, exemplary and grace-filled.