Exaltation of the Holy Cross: Daily Mass & Frequent Confession: The Path to Holiness | Fr. Ripperger

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Fr. Chad Ripperger explains why daily Mass and frequent Confession are two indispensable mainstays of a strong Catholic spiritual life. Preaching for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Father begins by explaining why Catholics venerate the True Cross—not because it is merely wood, but because of its direct relationship to Jesus Christ and His redeeming sacrifice. The exaltation of the Cross is therefore the exaltation of mankind’s salvation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass makes Calvary present to us beyond the limits of time. It is the highest act of religion, a fountain of grace and an opportunity to receive Jesus Christ in Holy Communion. The Mass strengthens the spiritual life, obtains mercy and virtue, properly worships God, benefits children, and gives the entire day a supernatural orientation. When daily attendance is impossible, Catholics should make a spiritual Communion. Fr. Ripperger then explains the intimate connection between Calvary, the Mass and sacramental Confession. Every sin honestly confessed brings actual graces specifically ordered toward overcoming that sin. This is why confessing venial sins—and even mentioning a persistent sin from one’s past life—can help break deeply rooted habits. Frequent Confession also develops humility because it requires us to acknowledge the truth about ourselves before a priest. It builds self-knowledge, strengthens penitence, prepares us for a holy death and reminds us of our obligation to make reparation for sin. Do not wait until mortal sin or spiritual weakness overtakes you. Make regular use of the ordinary means Christ established for our sanctification: the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and the Sacrament of Penance. 00:00 Real Estate for Life 00:15 Introduction 00:32 “If I be lifted up” 00:40 Exaltation of the Holy Cross 01:03 Why Catholics venerate the Cross 01:35 The Cross and the salvation of man 01:44 Daily Mass and Confession 02:01 Daily Mass makes Calvary present 02:26 Sacrifice: the highest act of religion 02:52 The Mass as the fountain of grace 03:28 Redemption as a cause of Christian joy 03:54 The spiritual effects of Holy Communion 04:49 Graces received through the prayers of Mass 05:34 The Mass as proper worship of God 05:42 Interior prayer and meditation at Mass 05:50 Why children benefit from attending Mass 06:16 Daily Mass anchors the entire day 06:43 Spiritual Communion when Mass is impossible 06:47 Mass offered for priest and people 07:02 The connection between Calvary and Confession 07:17 Why frequent Confession is essential 07:47 Grace to overcome particular sins 08:04 Should you confess the “laundry list”? 08:21 Why Catholics should confess venial sins 09:00 Confession increases grace and strength 09:17 Confession develops true humility 09:45 Admitting and confronting our sins 10:02 Why confessing to a priest matters 10:40 How frequently should Catholics confess? 11:03 Developing the habit of penitence 11:11 Frequent Confession and a holy death 11:22 Penance, reparation and Purgatory 11:54 Love of God demands prompt repentance 12:19 Overcoming a persistent sin 12:42 When priests discourage frequent Confession 13:22 Breaking deeply ingrained habits 13:38 Confessing sins from one’s past life 14:12 The ordinary means of sanctification 14:29 Final blessing 14:34 Download the Sensus Fidelium app Fr. Ripperger's Press https://sentradpress.com/ Fr. Ripperger's order is found at https://dolorans.org/ For more by Fr. Ripperger & please visit http://sensustraditionis.org/ #FrRipperger #ChadRipperger #FrequentConfession #DailyMass #CatholicConfession #HolyMass #HolyCommunion #ExaltationOfTheHolyCross #TraditionalCatholic #CatholicFaith #SacramentOfPenance #CatholicSpirituality #Calvary #TrueCross #SensusFidelium 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

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• Holiness
• Jesus Christ