When getting ready for Reconciliation Monday, you might be a bit anxious, thinking that the priest will be judgmental, especially if you have been away from the sacrament for a long time. But popular social media evangelist Father Mike Schmitz gives some perspective from a priest’s point of view: “Whether you have confessed a particular sin for the first time, or if this is the 12,001st time, every Confession is a win for Jesus.”
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Welcome to The Dialog’s Lenten Journey for 2026. Each morning we will bring you a thought to start your day — a passage from scripture, a quote from a saint or faith-filled person, or a suggestion for a work of mercy — along with links to each day’s readings and other Lent-related topics.
Additionally, everyone is invited to return to the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Reconciliation Monday, March 30. Read more about this special day here:
Whether it’s been a few years, or a month, consider seeking out the sacrament at any parish in the diocese of Wilmington. In the latest edition of The Dialog you’ll find a handy guide to the sacrament on page 2. Check it out here.
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Here are some additional resources to help you with your spiritual practices:
• Today’s readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032726.cfm
• How to pray the Rosary: www.usccb.org/how-to-pray-the-rosary
• Mysteries of the Rosary: https://www.usccb.org/prayers/rosary-life-sorrowful-mysteries








