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Before celebrating the Sacrament of Penance, ask God for help to examine your conscience. Spend time reviewing your conduct in light of the commandments and the example of Christ. Be prepared to tell the priest the specific sins you have committed, and to the best of your ability, how many times you have committed them since your last confession. Avoid generalizations and inform the priest of any relevant circumstances in which your sins were committed.
Below are examples of different prayerful examinations of conscience that you can use as you prepare for your confession.
Adult Examinations of Conscience
From the US Bishops
Penance Rite & examination of conscience
Following the 10 Commandments as an Examination
From Loyola Press
A Video Examination
Teen Examinations of Conscience
Looking at my Responsibilities
How to Make a Good Confession- From LifeTeen
Using the 7 Principles of Catholic Social Teaching
A Quiet Video Examination
A Video Examination
Children’s Examinations of Conscience
10 Commandments for Children
From Catholic Parents Online
Family Examination of Conscience