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What happened to those who committed a mortal sin before the sacrament of confession was instituted?
Peggy Frye
Can a priest report a sin that hasn't been committed in order to prevent a crime?
Peggy Frye
Can a woman who was divorced by her first husband (he left her and married again) receive Holy Communion?
Peggy Frye
Why can't priests hear confessions through electronic media such as telephone, e-mail, or Internet?
Peggy Frye
What do the words "bind and loose" mean in Matthew 16:19?
Peggy Frye
After absolution, the priest added "so that you might be a faithful and happy Catholic." Was this a valid absolution?
Peggy Frye
Is it wrong to receive Communion before committing a mortal sin?
Peggy Frye

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