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“Ask a Priest: How Can I Forgive Myself?”
Q: I came back to the Catholic Church after 40 years of being away. First, I was evangelical, then gradually checked out other religions before ending up almost atheist. How can I forgive myself after a lifetime away? – G.M. Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC A: It’s good to ...
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“Ask a Priest: What If Absolution Was Refused for Venial Sins?”
Q: A priest did not give me absolution for my sins because he said they were venial. What should I do, since he only believes that mortal sins should be confessed? – J. Answered by Fr. Edward McIlmail, LC A: The short answer is: look for another confessor. Absolution can and ...
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“Ask a Priest: Should I Skip Fasting If Lodging With a Family?”
Q: I know that the obligatory fasting times for Catholics are during Lent and that we are also encouraged to include fasting and abstinence in our day-to-day or weekly schedule. In regards to this, I used to follow that schedule by fasting every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Also, on those ...
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