# Confession Guide - St. Josemaria Institute > A digital guide for preparing and making the sacrament of Confession. (iPhone/iPad app by St Josemaria Institute.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/confession-guide-st-josemaria-institute/id1161985208 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [St Josemaria Institute](https://appshunter.io/developer/593200831) - Category: Reference, Lifestyle - Price: Free - Rating: 4.50/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 12 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2016-10-07 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/confession-guide-st-josemaria-institute/id1161985208/reviews.md ## What is Confession Guide? This application is based on the popular booklet Short Guide for Confession by Fr. James Socías which has helped many penitents prepare for and make a good Confession. The Short Guide for Confession provides clear instructions about what to do before, during, and after Confession. It also includes a concise Examination of Conscience, the Act of Contrition, and the Rite of Reconciliation. The Short Guide for Confession booklet and application are published by: Midwest Theological Forum 4340 Cross Street Downers Grove, IL 60515 Tel (630) 739-9750 www.theologicalforum.org The Short Guide for Confession App was developed by: St. Josemaria Institute 4340 Cross Street Downers Grove, IL 60515 (630)541-9742 www.stjosemaria.org ## Key features - Preparation guidance - During Confession instructions - Post-Confession advice - Examination of Conscience - Act of Contrition - Rite of Reconciliation ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/confession-guide-st-josemaria-institute/id1161985208/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Confession guide *2020-09-16* I appreciate the guide, but isn’t there something for those of us seeking a deeper, something more in depth in an examination of conscience? My confessions now are not about sins so much as about areas where I damaged my relationship with God, of Him revealing to me areas of my life wherein I grieved Him , but I have been unable to find such a guide. In a book I am reading about purgatory, it was revealed that for minor infractions one might be regulated to purgatory, for example, like saying the hours distractedly. I don’t want to go to purgatory for grieving our Lord for any reason. I want to be so filled with God that He is given the greatest of joy. Is what I am saying as clear as mud? I’m having a hard time explaining my need, but I pray that He will give you the grace to understand and be able to help me find what I and probably many others, are looking for. ### 5/5 — Brilliant *2020-02-01, version 1.1* This is a great app. One thing that might be nice is having a pin to access it in case you have forgotten to delete your notes. Thanks! ### 5/5 — Love this app but need more Notes space! *2019-08-24* This is a wonderful app! But I cannot write much in the Notes section; could the developer make an improvement that allows for more writing? My confession is specific to my religious order; it would be so nice to be able to write all of the questions in one place for confession- thank you 😊 ### 5/5 — Agradecimiento *2018-08-25* Muy buena aplicación ayuda para la confección gracias por tener esta ayuda ### 3/5 — Michael *2017-11-12, version 1.1* I have been looking for an APP for confessions and I think in addition to having to write in notes with your own words, a simple generic note of a typical sin that could be copied and pasted would improve this Application.. Thanks God Bless. ### 5/5 — So far so good *2017-10-28* Hope and pray this app receives continuous updates and improvements. ### 5/5 — Best Confession App *2016-12-24* I love this new app; it's the best. My only suggestion is to have the notes section scroll up sooner so that I can see all that I am typing. I am a sinner and sometimes my list is pretty long. ### 5/5 — Guide to Confession *2016-12-08* The best app ever! ## Frequently asked questions about Confession Guide ### What is Confession Guide? Confession Guide is a reference application based on the booklet 'Short Guide for Confession'. It provides clear instructions and resources to help users prepare for and make a good Confession. ### What content does Confession Guide include? Confession Guide includes instructions for before, during, and after Confession, a concise Examination of Conscience, the Act of Contrition, and the Rite of Reconciliation. ### Is Confession Guide free to use? Yes, Confession Guide is available for free. ### What devices does Confession Guide support? Confession Guide is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. ### What is the age rating for Confession Guide? Confession Guide has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### How often is Confession Guide updated? Confession Guide was last updated on October 21, 2016, with version 1.1. It was initially released on October 7, 2016. ### Does Confession Guide have ads? No, Confession Guide does not contain advertisements. ### What is the user rating for Confession Guide? Confession Guide has a strong user rating of 4.5 stars based on 20 ratings. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 1.1 — 2016-10-21 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - Fixed reminder feature - Bug fixes - Minor interface changes ### 1.0 — 2016-10-07 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Confession Guide | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [iConfess: Confession Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iconfess-confession-guide/id6445905256) | 4.0 (64) | Free | Reference | | [English Catechism](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-catechism/id1017111227) | 2.0 (6) | Free | Reference | | [iPray with the Gospel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipray-with-the-gospel/id1158674359) | 4.6 (21) | Free | Reference | | [Confession Planner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/confession-planner/id1465834472) | 4.5 (32) | Free | Reference | | [Catholic Exorcism](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/catholic-exorcism/id1486636922) | 4.6 (133) | Free | Reference | | [St. Paul Center](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/st-paul-center/id928253808) | 3.9 (67) | Free | Reference | ## More apps by St Josemaria Institute - [Confesión Sacramental](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/confesion-sacramental/id1168145251) All apps by St Josemaria Institute: https://appshunter.io/developer/593200831 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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