What happens in penance
In penance a catholic will tell the priest his/her sins and receives absolution from them
This usually takes place on Saturday afternoons
This usually takes about 5 to20 minutes
1. Keys - The keys symbolise that what ever is said during the session nothing will be revealed
2. Hand - This symbolises when the priest puts his hand over you and says a prayer
3. Cross - The priest signs the cross over you once you are done
4. A Stole - The stole is worn by the priest and is equal on both sides of his shoulders. The stole
5. Sorrow prayer - Dear god I am very sorry, and with your help I shall not sin again
Bible references
Gen 45.1-15
Joel 2.12-13
2. Hand - This symbolises when the priest puts his hand over you and says a prayer
3. Cross - The priest signs the cross over you once you are done
4. A Stole - The stole is worn by the priest and is equal on both sides of his shoulders. The stole
5. Sorrow prayer - Dear god I am very sorry, and with your help I shall not sin again
Bible references
Gen 45.1-15
Joel 2.12-13