The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the most unique and beautiful aspects of Catholicism. Jesus Christ, in His abundant love and mercy, established the Sacrament of Confession, so that we as sinners can obtain forgiveness for our sins and reconcile with God and the Church. The sacrament “washes us clean,” and renews us in Christ.

“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you.’ And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained’” (John 20:21-23).

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated each Friday morning at St. Patrick’s in Winthrop from 7:15 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. At St. John’s in Independence on Sunday mornings from 9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.

Personal confession times any day of the week may also be arranged and scheduled by calling Fr. David Beckman at 319-334-7191.

Communal Reconciliation Services are scheduled during Advent and Lent each year.