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  • Probably most. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is not required before receiving the Eucharist every time. + Eucharist + To receive First (or second or third) Communion, people + must be baptized. + must have reached the use of reason. + must have sufficient knowledge and careful preparation so that they understand the mystery of Christ according to their capacity and are able to receive the body of Christ with faith and devotion. + must made sacramental confession (required for first time or when in mortal sin) + must not be in the state of mortal sin or excommunicated. There are exceptions for people who are aged, ill, or in danger of death. For more information, see: The Catechism of the Catholic Church, section 1415: http://www.usccb.org/catechism/text/pt2sect2chpt1art3.shtml and the Code of Canon Law: http://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG1104/_P39.HTM + Reconciliation + Catholics should receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation whenever he or she has completely cut oneself off from God (in the state of mortal sin) and at least as once a year. Catholics may receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation whenever he or she feels that they need to be reconciled to God and the Church. For more information, see the Catechism of the Catholic Church, section 1422 and following: http://www.usccb.org/catechism/text/pt2sect2chpt2.shtml With love in Christ.
  • I have, absolutely! If I am unaware of any grave sin I have committed since the last time I received the sacrament of reconciliation, there is nothing wrong with this. It is only when you are aware of sins that you need to be forgiven before receiving the Eucharist. I like this question because it addresses a common misconception. Thanks for asking it!

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