Brothers and sisters, let us prepare ourselves to receive the goodness of the Lord, by calling to mind our sins.

Brothers and sisters, let us be quick to acknowledge our sins and be patient as we wait for forgiveness and absolution.

Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our fears and resentments, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

Brothers and sisters, let us acknowledge our sins, and so prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

In a spirit of humility, we stand in the presence of God, confident of God's forgiveness.

As we come together at the table of the Lord, we turn to God for forgiveness.

Brothers and sisters, let us rid ourselves of every burden and sin that clings to us and so prepare ourselves to receive the Lord.

As the people of God, we ask for God's loving mercy.