The Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul invites the faithful from the five-county Archdiocese to partake in a special opportunity for the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. The event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica, located at 18th Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Confessions during this period will be available in English and Spanish, emphasizing the significance of seeking reconciliation during Lent, traditionally a period for spiritual renewal.

Pope Francis has highlighted the importance of this sacrament, stating, “The sacrament of Reconciliation is not only a magnificent spiritual gift, but also a decisive, essential and fundamental step on our journey of faith. There, we allow the Lord to erase our sins, to heal our hearts, to raise us up, to embrace us and to reveal to us his tender and compassionate countenance."

Regular confession times at the Basilica are Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m., Saturday from 4:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. In Spanish, confessions are available on Sunday at 12:00 p.m. in the Chapel. For more details on the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation within individual parishes, the faithful are encouraged to visit their parish website or https://archphila.org/parish/.