Growing In Jesus Research Paper

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Growing in Jesus Through the Sacraments
Being a good catholic means performing all of the sacraments. Sacraments are "an outward (visible) sign of an invisible grace" (Amodei 7). Jesus is always with us, especially when we perform the sacraments. Every time we do something that Jesus approves of, we are brought closer to him and his Heavenly Father. Every time I receive communion, I feel much better inside, and feel so much closer to Jesus. Receiving the sacraments is something very important in our faith if we want to grow.
Jesus is met through the sacraments. His presence is felt the most when we participate in receiving the Eucharist and the act of reconcilation. Another way that we meet Jesus, is when we reach out and provide love and help to those in need (Encountering Jesus). …show more content…

For me reconciliation is a time that I can talk to Jesus and God and not have to worry what they will think of me. I am able to express myself freely without worrying that I am going to be judged or ridiculed for something that I may have said or done. Everyone should take the opportunity and go to reconciliation. This can be especially helpful if you have something that is bothering you or just somethng that you need to discuss with some one. Once you have had the chance to talk to a Priest you will feel like a load has been lifted off your shoulders. Reconciliation should not be looked at like its an opportunity for you to talk about the bad stuff you have done or possible about to do. It can also be used to discuss personal conflict or hardship that somone might be dealing with in their

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