Penitential Celebration

According to Vatican literature, "Koinonia" is a day dedicated to communion and community renewal. Penitential liturgy is given and there are special services. It is not only a time of community renewal, but of personal renewal as well.

The Penitential celebration should include confession and absolution. Some communities suggest a day of fasting and giving to the poor. It is a celebration for Catholics to prepare for the Jubilee.

The Penitential liturgy will be sober. Symbols of Holy Water and the Cross should be visible. Services may consist of the Penitential Rite, Liturgy of the Word, Rite of Reconciliation, and Final Rite.