Evening of Confession Tonight in Most Church Parishes

To: Clergy, Religious and Laity of the Archdiocese of New Orleans

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ:

It is our archdiocesan tradition to offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation , better known as confession, on a weekday evening near the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross. I am pleased to inform you that many people in the Archdiocese of New Orleans have taken advantage of this opportunity.

This year confessions will be available on Wednesday, September 9 , 20 20 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Please consider taking advantage of this opportunity to invite the healing Christ into your heart with his promise of mercy.

Pope Francis in talking about our weakness and sin said, “Jesus does not want to beat us and condemn us. He gave his life for us ... He is always looking for a way to get to the heart ... there is forgiveness.”

Please consider having your family come to church together for Confession on Wednesday, September 9.

Wishing you God’s blessings, I am,

Sincerely in Christ,

Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond
Archbishop of New Orleans