Penitent enter the confessional and kneel down at the screen.
Penitent, make the sign of the cross, saying, Bless me, Father, for I have sinned. It has been XXX since my last confession. These are my sins.
Penitent confess your sins.
When you finish confessing, signify this by saying: For these and all my sins, I ask forgiveness of God and absolution from you, Father. The Confessor may offer some advice or counsel, so that the Penitent may take the necessary steps to amend his life.
Confessor gives a penance and then instructs the Penitent to make an Act of Contrition. There are different formulas. An act of Contrition is usually printed in the confessional.
After the Penitent has made an Act of Contrition, the Confessor imparts absolution with the sacramental formula.
Penitent make the Sign of the Cross at the absolution.
The Confessor concludes with these or similar words: Your sins are forgiven. Go in peace.
Penitent respond, saying: Thanks be to God.
Penitent leaves the confessional and fulfills the penance ASAP.