The minister invites all to join in the penitential rite: V. My brothers and sisters, let us turn with confidence to the Lord and ask forgiveness for all our sins. After a brief silence ...

At the conclusion of the sacrament of Penance or the penitential rite ... and welcome you to everlasting joy. 1. Cf. The Rites of the Catholic Church (=RCC), Rite of Baptism for Children, 21.1 ...

Why ashes on Ash Wednesday? By Fr. Paul Jarvis Pastor of Guardian Angels Church & School First of all, Ash Wednesday – the first day of Lent, the penitential season prior to Easter ...