Penance

Not only does the sacrament of Penance frees us from our sins but it also challenges us to have the same kind of compassion and forgiveness for those who sin against us. We are liberated to be forgivers. We obtain new insight into the words of the Prayer of St. Francis: "It is in pardoning that we are pardoned."

Jesus entrusted the ministry of reconciliation to the Church. The Sacrament of Penance is God's gift to us so that any sin committed after Baptism can be forgiven. In confession we have the opportunity to repent and recover the grace of friendship with God. It is a holy moment in which we place ourselves in his presence and honestly acknowledge our sins, especially mortal sins. With absolution, we are reconciled to God and the Church. The Sacrament helps us stay close to the truth that we cannot live without God. "In him we live and move and have our being" (Acts 17:28).

For those seeking to receive the sacrament at St. Ladislas Parish:

Confessions are heard every Saturday from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. and by appointment. Appointments can be made by calling the Parish Office at 440-835-2300.
For children wanting to receive the sacrament for the first time, please contact Lisa Belza, Director of Faith Formation, at lbelza@stlads.org or call the Parish Office at 440-835-2300.
For adults, the Church offers the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA), a formation process restoring the ancient Catechumenate. This journey deepens one’s conversion, strengthens faith, and prepares individuals for full communion with the Church as disciples of Christ. For more information on our OCIA program, click here.

If you are ready to take this important step in faith, we welcome you with open hearts!