In the Sacrament of Reconciliation we approach God and encounter his love and mercy. Our sins damage and divide all of our relationships; our relationship with God and with our brothers and sisters. When we go to confession we acknowledge our sinfulness, but we do not despair. We approach God humbly, asking forgiveness, and God’s divine mercy is poured upon us. We are forgiven, and then we go out resolving to “sin no more.” 

So how do I approach the sacrament? Father Mike Schmidt offers some excellant incite into making a good confession in this YouTube link.  

If you're new to the Catholic Church and want to learn more about how to receive this sacrament for the first time, call or email Irene Gomez in the church office at 575-523-0167 or igomez@hcclc.org.