FINALITÀ
General Objective:
To help prepare candidates for priesthood to exercise the
pastoral ministry of the sacrament of Penance with diligence
and effectiveness.
ARGOMENTI
Course Outline:
1. The need for reconciliation. 2. The Church’s ministry
of reconciliation. 3. The sacrament of Penance and
Reconciliation. 4. Forms of celebrating the sacrament. 5.
Juridical and pastoral aspects pertaining to the minister of the
sacrament. 6. Practical considerations and practical lessons.
TESTI
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