3 Reasons why Lent is the Perfect Time for Confession.

Now, you should go to confession all throughout the year, but, especially if it's been a while, Lent is the perfect time to go!

Here's why...

#1. The Precepts of the Church

The Precepts of the Church (the basic things one needs to do to be a practicing Catholic) state that all Catholics must receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once per year. Lent is the perfect time to do that, as many parishes have more options for hearing confessions during Lent!

#2. Focus on Repentance

One of the "themes" of Lent is Repentance and conversion. Part of repentance from our sins and conversion (turning back to God) is confessing out sins and accepting God's mercy. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is the way that Jesus gave us a way to do this and be reconciled with God.

What better way to prepare your heart for the joy of Easter than by turning back to God?!

#3. Prepare for Heaven

His Resurrection offers us freedom from sin and death and opened the gates of Heaven- confession helps us to accept and live in that freedom that we, God Willing, will one day experience in Heaven!

If you haven't been to confession for a while- even if it's been years- it's never too late. Lent is a perfect time to go. Jesus is waiting for you with open arms. He wants to heal the wounds that sin has caused and welcome you back. His Love has never abandoned you. Just turn around, friend. Turn back to Him. He's waiting with incomprehensible mercy and love to forgive you.

(Originally posted on The Little Apologist Instagram on 3/19/25)