But accidentally it may be aserious sin on account of the scandal it gives (e. he shall be strengthened by the gift of Thy sevenfold grace forthe faithful performance of the work of the ministry. (See Francis J. de to himfor his benefits and of punishment for his injuries (virtues ofgratitude and vindication).
, if the penitent is in a stateof sin and cannot return to confession for a long time), and it shouldbe granted conditionally for a very serious reason (e. , Claudiusdecided to give the larger of two chalices, but before he could giveit, it was stolen). But if only a light penalty would be inflicted (e. This kind of completeness is necessary for a valid andfruitful confession, because the law of Christ calls for a completeconfession, as far as possible, and formal completeness is possible.
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