Catholic Prayers before and after Confession

Catholic Prayers before and after Confession

Here are some Catholic prayers that can be recited before and after confession:

Before Confession:

  1. Act of Contrition:

“O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended You and I detest all my sins because of Your just punishments, but most of all because they offend You, my God, who are all-good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Your grace, to sin no more and to avoid the near occasions of sin. Amen.”

  1. Prayer of Preparation for Confession:

“My Lord Jesus Christ, who died for my sins, I come to you now in humble repentance. Please forgive me for all the times I have turned away from You and disobeyed Your commands. I am truly sorry for my sins and ask for the grace to make a good confession. Please help me to confess all my sins honestly and to receive Your forgiveness with a contrite heart. Amen.”

3. Prayer for Mercy:

“Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner. I come before You in humility and ask for Your forgiveness for all my sins. Help me to recognize and confess my sins honestly and with contrition, and to receive Your mercy and grace with a grateful heart. Amen.”

4. Prayer for Guidance:

“Heavenly Father, I ask for Your guidance and wisdom as I prepare for confession. Please help me to examine my conscience thoroughly, to confess my sins sincerely, and to receive Your forgiveness and healing. May Your Holy Spirit guide me in this sacrament of reconciliation and lead me to a deeper relationship with You. Amen.”

After Confession:

  1. Prayer of Thanksgiving:

“Thank you, Lord, for the grace of this sacrament, which has cleansed me from my sins and renewed my soul. I am grateful for Your mercy and forgiveness, and I pray that You will help me to live a life that is pleasing to You. Amen.”

  1. Prayer for Strength and Guidance:

“Lord Jesus, I ask for Your help and guidance as I strive to live a life of holiness. Please give me the strength to resist temptation and to overcome my weaknesses. Help me to grow in virtue and to love You more each day. I entrust my life to Your loving care and ask for Your blessings on me and on all those whom I love. Amen.”

3. Prayer for Purity:

“Lord Jesus Christ, I thank You for the grace of confession, which has washed away my sins and renewed my soul. I pray that You will help me to live a life of purity and holiness, free from all sinful attachments. May Your Holy Spirit strengthen me and guide me in the path of righteousness. Amen.”

4. Prayer for Grace:

“O God, who in Your mercy have reconciled us to Yourself through the death and resurrection of Your Son, grant me the grace to live a life worthy of this great gift. Help me to turn away from sin and to follow You with all my heart. May the sacrament of reconciliation renew my faith, hope, and love, and lead me to eternal life. Amen.”

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