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Episode 23: Confession: Just a Shrink with a Collar? Part 2
iEcclesia ...From Canada to the World
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Episode Summary This episode continues a previous discussion on confession. The panel talks about why confession in the presence of a priest is necessary, along with the issue of the confidentiality of the confession being made. As well, the preparatory steps involved for the penitent seeking forgiveness and the actual process of the sacrament of confession is described in detail. The discussion continues with the definition of epitemia or penitences; what they are and how they are applied during the sacrament of confession. The episode wraps up with final thought and comments. So tune in this week for the conclusion of Confession: Just a shrink with a collar? Part 2
Guest Information
Rev. Fr. Peter Avgeropoulos
Parish Priest, Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Cathedral (Toronto, Ontario) Director, Inter-Church Relations (Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Toronto) Professor, Patrology (Toronto Orthodox Theological Academy)
Peter Brubacker
Graduate, St. Tikhon's Seminary Parishioner, St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (Richmond Hill, Ontario)
Patricia Rakopoulos
Treasurer, Metropolis Youth Board Youth Director, Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Cathedral (Toronto, Ontario) Currently studying at the University of Toronto – Major in Biochemistry and Botany (minor in Christianity and Culture
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Broadcast date: Friday June 6th, 2008