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Thanks to 7 secrets of confession, the battle has become easier to fight. In 7 secrets of confession, author vinny flynn explores the hidden truths of this encounter with jesus, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of going to confession, and inviting you to. This latest book serves as a helpful guide to confession for those who have been away and even for those who frequent the sacrament. In 7 secrets of confession, bestselling author vinny flynn explores the hidden truths of this encounter with jesus, presenting what to many will be a whole. Vinny flynn is executive director of mercysong ministries of healing, and bestselling author of 7 secrets of the eucharist, 7 secrets of confession, 21 ways to worship. Never approach confession with fear and dread again. Vinny flynns new book 7 secrets of confession reveals 7 key secrets or hidden truths about the great spiritual beauty, power and depth of confession. Doug keck enjoys an energetic discussion about the sacrament of reconciliation with vinny flynn, author of 7 secrets of confession. Author vinny flynn unveils 7 key secrets or hidden truths about the great spiritual beauty, power and depth of confession. In this inspiring presentation, popular speaker vinny flynn explores the hidden truths of the sacrament of. No question that the author makes the reader appreciate the sacrament of reconciliation and makes going to confession more that just obtaining absolution as well as receiving forgiveness for the sins committed to god and the offenses made against the lord almighty.
Although augustine has been using neoplatonic terms and ideas throughout the confessions thus far, it isnt until book vii that he reaches the point in his autobiography when he first reads neoplatonic philosophy. Many catholics understanding of the sacrament of confession is so limited that it keeps them from discovering the real beauty and value of this sacrament that. Vinny flynn is a wellknown catholic author, speaker, singer and musician who speaks and sings all over north america. This is a dynamic presentation of vinny flynns bestselling book, read by the author, with a supporting cast of voices and beautiful instrumental music that signals the beginning and end of each chapter. Confession is classified as a sacrament of healing and each secret that is revealed shows how gods showers his grace upon us. Flynns earlier works, 7 secrets of the eucharist and 21 ways to worship, also inform the discussion. Vinny flynn, author of the bestseller, 7 secrets of the eucharist 100,000 copies sold, presents a similar approach to the sacrament of confession in this new. All seven secrets are just as simple to understand, but profound in their progression. What a delight to talk once again to the incredible vinny flynn, this time about his book the 7 secrets of confession. Gods focus is not on our sin but on our relationship with him. In 7 secrets of confession, bestselling author vinny flynn explores the hidden truths of this encounter with jesus, presenting what to many will be a whole new way of going to confession, and inviting you to begin an exciting personal journey to healing and holiness.
Author and singer vinnie flynn discusses his book 7 secrets of confession, which simply details its beauty and hidden truths. Whether you are new to confession or a regular penitent, vinnys wise counsel will provide transformative grace in your life. All seven secrets are based on truths found in the bible, the writings of the saints, the catechism, and recent teachings of pope john paul ii and pope benedict. Flynn, author of the bestseller,7 secrets of the eucharist. Vinny has such a passion for the catholic faith, and in particular for. In this inspiring and easytouse guide, author mary flynn leads you on a personal journey to a more intimate encounter with god the father in the sacrament of confession. Discover the real beauty and value of the sacrament of confession.