Reconciliation

- Jesus entrusted the ministry of reconciliation to the Church. The Sacrament of reconciliation prior to receiving First Eucharist 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). ~ from the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults
  
  CONFESSION AT ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST IS MADE AVAILABLE EACH WEEK ON TUESDAY AND SATURDAY AT 9AM IN THE CHURCH OR BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT MADE THROUGH CALLING THE PARISH OFFICE AT 952-890-9465.
- Confession Times
  
  Tuesday: 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
  
  Friday: 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM
  
  Saturday: 9:00 AM
  
  All confessions will be heard in the church confessional.
Begin the Journey
- Formation and preparation to celebrate First Reconciliation and First Communion usually begins at the second grade level but families are encouraged not to take this step simply because your child is the “right age” but to consider if now is the right time for your child and your family. We encourage you to take the next step if your child is ready to prepare for the sacraments and you are ready to accept responsibility for helping your child fulfill the requirements and help your whole family draw closer to Jesus. If you have questions please contact [email protected].