This “Companion to the Sacrament of Penance” addresses the purposes and practices of confession and confronts common contemporary challenges. The final segments remind the readers that forgiveness and generosity are the fruits of authentic repentance. The purpose is to persuade readers to frequent the Sacrament of Penance for their happiness in this life -- and the life to come. This devotional book has segments compiled from the author’s postings on Catholic Culture, The Catholic Thing, Catholic World Report, and Catholic Answers. Readers can complete each segment in under ten minutes.