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To: murphE; Arguss
Sinkpur how can you discern that by what Argus said.

Read the post again. It's full of fears and doubts.

There is no requirement in Church law to confess at all if one is only guilty of venial sins; these sins are absolved at the penitential rite of the mass or even with an imperfect act of contrition.

14 posted on 01/29/2005 8:41:13 AM PST by sinkspur ("Preach the gospel. If necessary, use words.")
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To: sinkspur
Confession of venial sins is a pious and worthy practice recommended by JP II.
CCC 1458 Without being strictly necessary, confession of everyday faults (venial sins) is nevertheless strongly recommended by the Church. Indeed the regular confession of our venial sins helps us form our conscience, fight against evil tendencies, let ourselves be healed by Christ and progress in the life of the Spirit.

17 posted on 01/29/2005 8:49:44 AM PST by gbcdoj ("The Pope orders, the cardinals do not obey, and the people do as they please" - Benedict XIV)
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