Can I just talk to a priest?

Any person is free to approach a priest to talk, discuss life issues, etc with “conversion” being absolutely NO precondition. But realise… while most priests have some background in psychology, counseling, marriage and family issues, we are not psychologists nor marriage counselors nor therapists.

Can you confess to a priest online?

While some sacrament laws are flexible, others aren’t. You don’t need to hold confession at church, for instance, but confession does need to be heard by an ordained priest. Collect confessions or schedule appointments online using Jotform! Certainly, the Vatican hasn’t approved these methods of confession.

How can I see a priest?

1. 1 Go to The Catholic Directory website. Go to The Catholic Directory website.
2. 2 Call each church. Call each church on the list provided to determine whether the priest you are seeking is affiliated with it.
3. 3 Check your local library or Catholic church.
4. 4 Contact the diocese.
5. 5 Contact the priest’s.

Can you ask a priest for advice?

Absolutely, and they’ll be happy to give it. You can ask them for advice outside of confession too, they might be busy, but even if they are they’ll tell you when they can talk. Most priests are very kind and supportive, so definitely ask for advice if you feel the need.

Why should I confess my sins to a priest?

Through the sacrament of reconciliation, and by confession our sins to a priest, we have the assurance of Jesus’ own words that we shall be forgiven of our sins. This is especially true for mortal or very grave sins. By confessing our sins to a priest, we are given a vehicle by which we can be comforted in our guilt.

Do priests have to go to confession?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Although there is no definitive list of sins that require confession to a priesthood leader, “adultery, fornication, other sexual transgressions and deviancies, and sins of a comparable seriousness” are included, as is intentional and repeated use of pornography.

Are Catholic confessions anonymous?

Confession — also known as reconciliation — is done in a confessional box, or simply a confessional, usually in a church. The confessor can come face-to-face with the priest or remain anonymous behind a curtain.