A woman is shown receiving the sacrament of reconciliation. Her face is not visible. A priest is visible through a latticework screen in front of the woman.
A young woman is pictured in a file photo during confession. Justice is getting what you deserve; mercy is getting what you don't deserve. (CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn)

Monday, December 19, is Reconciliation Monday, offering a perfect opportunity to participate in the sacrament during the Advent season.

According to the archdiocese’s website, confession will be offered in all Parishes throughout the entire Archdiocese of New York and the Diocese of Brooklyn on Monday, December 19, 2022, from 2 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in preparation for Christmas. Some parishes will also offer additional confession opportunities on Tuesday and Wednesday. Find a parish near you: https://archny.org/parish-finder/.