Category Archives: Penance

Day 86 The Sacrament of Penance – Conclusion

In this episode we finish our study of the sacrament of Penance. The Catechism, following St. Thomas Aquinas, sets forth three reasons why the works of satisfaction are suitably enumerated (i.e. almsdeeds, prayer and fasting) Additionally, the catechism discusses the … Continue reading

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Day 85 The third integral part of Penance – Satisfaction

In this episode we begin reading the Catechism with regard to the third integral part of the sacrament of Penance, namely Satisfaction. The Catechism distinguishes three kinds (or degrees) of satisfaction, the necessity of satisfaction, and six advantages of performing … Continue reading

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Days 80-84 The sacrament of Penance: its form, the integral parts, the definition of contrition and the qualities of a good confession

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Day 79 Why Penance is a Sacrament

In this episode we read the Catechism’s treatment concerning why Penance is a sacrament and we also begin to discuss its matter and form. Additionally we read from the Summa Theologica concerning these subjects and especially why the acts of … Continue reading

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Day 78 Beginning to understand the sacrament of Penance

In this episode we commence our study of the sacrament of penance. The Catechism first explains the various meanings of the word penance, and then explains that penance is, first of all, a virtue. IN addition we read an article … Continue reading

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