Freedom and Forgiveness

Father Farren analyzes the history of the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the ways it takes us into a deeper experience of God in Freedom & Forgiveness: A Fresh Look at the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This little book is straightforward, easy to read, and profoundly devotional. Father Paul's Irish storytelling heritage shines through as he articulates simply but powerfully the history of confession with a new look at the sacraments that strongly centres a New Evangelization tone.

Confession may be intimidating for many of us, but as Father Farren points out, "our understanding of the sacrament reveals our image of God." If our picture of God is that of a harsh judgment, the sacrament might be terrifying."Rather than going to confession to escape judgment and hellfire, Father Farren depicts the Sacrament of Reconciliation as a loving God longing for a repaired connection with His children. It is an inspiring image that is presented in a convincing manner.