Correct, given repentence. No repentence = no forgiveness.
Murderer rapist who truly repents = Priest who lives a life of sacrifice and charity
NO WAY JOSE!!
It is my understanding that if you confess to killing your neighbor in confession, it will be suggested that you come back for absolution after you have confessed to the police.
Of course I've never killed my neighbor, so I don't know for sure. Perhaps there is a liberal democrat out there who could give us a difinative answer.