what is an examination of conscience
Before celebrating the Sacrament of Penance, one should prepare themselves with an examination of conscience. An examination of conscience is a âprayerful self-reflection on our words and deeds in the light of the Gospel to determine how we may have sinned against Godâ (â Glossary, The Catechism of the Catholic Church. Examination of Conscience in Light of Catholic Social Teaching I En Espanol.