



The path to Congress is a path of preparation
Why confess?
The risen Lord instituted this sacrament when on Easter afternoon he showed himself to his Apostles and told them: "Receive the Holy Spirit.
Why confess?
If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.”
Steps for a good confession
These are the steps to properly make a good confession. 1. Examination of Conscience
Steps for a good confession
2. Repentance
Steps for a good confession
3. Promise to not sin again
Steps for a good confession
4. Tell the confessor your sins
Steps for a good confession
5. Receive the absolution and complete your penance.
What is fraternity?
Fraternity refers to solidarity, love and mutual respect between people, regardless of their differences.
What is fraternity?
It is considered a virtue that can lead to a more harmonious and fair society.
What is fraternity?
In many religious traditions, the importance of loving your neighbor as yourself is emphasized, reflecting Christianity's idea of fraternity.
What is fraternity?
This gift from God must be valued and nurtured following the example of the first Christian communities.
What is fraternity?
Fraternity was based on love and concern for others, and this close community was a distinctive feature of the early church.
What is fraternity?
Evangelization and the witness of charity require the growth of a Christian community that manifests, through life and deeds, the Gospel of charity and fraternity.
What is fraternity?
In preparation for the Congress
What is the vital relationship between the Eucharist and the life of the Church?
Events on the way to the Congress
To date we have carried out the following events on the way to the Congress:
Fr. Corrado Maggioni, smm, fulfilled his agenda during his visit to Ecuador
26 April, 2023
IEC2024 present at World Communication Seminar
3 May, 2023
Official presentation of the logo and anthem of the 53rd International Eucharistic Congress 2024
10 May, 2023
Archdiocese of Cuenca joins the 53rd International Eucharistic Congress.
8 June, 2023
Diocese of Santo Domingo in Ecuador lives a Theological Update Week inspired by the IEC 2024
21 June, 2023