PORTLAND — Catholics plan to hold the sacrament of reconciliation (confession) from Monday through Friday, April 4-8, according to a news release from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland.
During “The Light is On for You” initiative, confessions are offered on multiple evenings across the state.
To search by county for a church offering the initiative, visit portlanddiocese.org/lightison. To search by parish, visit portlanddiocese.org/light-is-on-parishes.
A section on the Diocese of Portland’s website features Lenten journey resources, including Mass times; parish, prayer, and retreat opportunities; Bible study and faith sharing programs; a “Saints of Lent” section; Lenten meals at parishes; Scripture reflections; Stations of the Cross; Holy Week details and information, and more. To visit the site, head to portlanddiocese.org/lent-resources.
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