The Church encourages us to make confession a regular part of our spiritual life, especially during the holy seasons of Lent and Advent, as we reflect on our baptism and repentance. Bishop Burns is helping to make this experience possible by arranging for an initiative called The Catholics Come HOme for Christmas: Night of Reconciliation.
On December 18, 2024, all parishes in the Catholic Diocese of Dallas will have their "lights on" for confession and quiet prayer so that Catholics can come to or return to this incredible source of God’s grace, mercy and healing.
"Don't be afraid of Confession. When you go into a confessional, you have so many emotions, including shame. But afterwords you feel free, great, beautiful and forgiven ... Each one of you should ask yourselves: When was the last time I went to Confession? If a lot of time has passed, then don't let another day go by. Go forward."
- Pope Francis, February 19, 2014
To read about this diocesean initiative, click here.
If you'd like to read more about the sacrament of confession, click here.
Our Advent LIGHT IS ON FOR YOU will take place:
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Confession will be available in the confessionals located in the chapel.