Ohhh yea..God can not forgive you if you get the words wrong
Legalism after legalism
A list is perfectly acceptable. The act of Contrition is not really the focus of the Confession but former Protestants in particular are always concerned that they are not going to say it right at their first reconciliation. Despite numerous assurances from instructors, sponsors and priests they still want to do it the correct way (as they understand it) way. So what?