This is from my parish during Holy week, our bridegroom Matins service was gorgeous, was reading Matthew 24-25 on break and was reminded of this moment
@Nektarios0312__ Because its a beautiful moment showcasing our tradition as regards confession and doesnt reveal any of his sins, nor does it even reveal his face
I would also like to address fathers and grandfathers. Young people need to see that you pray, receive the sacraments, treat your wives with respect, ask for forgiveness and live with integrity, even when doing so requires sacrifice. Children learn a great deal by seeing that their father can kneel before God without feeling that he is any less of a man for doing it.