A response to: Pope: There’s an Answer to Empty Confessionals
As for myself, I am often uncomfortable calling the parish directly to make an appointment for confession. It’s nice to know that there are others waiting in line, and we are supporting each other in this sacrament. In my area, there have been large turnouts for parish-wide confession nights in Lent and Advent. I also wonder, might retired priests be able to sit and listen for a few hours each week, so as to lighten the burden in clergy-light towns?
Julia DiSalvo
