1482. The sacrament of Penance can also take place in the framework of a communal celebration in which we prepare ourselves together for confession and give thanks together for the forgiveness received. Here, the personal confession of sins and individual absolution are inserted into a liturgy of the word of God with readings and a homily, an examination of conscience conducted in common, a communal request for forgiveness, the Our Father and a thanksgiving in common. This communal celebration expresses more clearly the ecclesial character of penance. However, regardless of its manner of celebration the sacrament of Penance is always, by its very nature, a liturgical action, and therefore an ecclesial and public action.90
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438. What importance does the Church give to the Decalogue?
397. How does sin proliferate?
222. What is the work of Christ in the liturgy?
562. How is Christian prayer Marian?
553. What are the different forms of the prayer of petition?
356. What are the main moments in funerals?
425. What is the relationship between grace and human freedom?
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How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?
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