Not only does the Sacrament of Penance free us from our sins but it also challenges us to have the same kind of compassion and forgiveness for those who sin against us. We are liberated to be forgivers.
The Church encourages us to attend and celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation once a year, but the Church encourages us to not just do the minumum. You are welcomed to join us in the sacrament of confession during our scheduled times.