Confession is obligatory for an Orthodox Christian. It is like a shower for a person engaged in physical labor. Everyone sins, if not with actions, then with thoughts. Everyone needs a doctor in the person of Christ, and in the Sacrament of Confession you are communicating precisely with Him, and not with the priest. By the way, the result - absolution - does not depend on the worthiness or unworthiness of the priest. If he is a clergyman, he has the right to recite a prayer for permission. In Communion, a man cleansed of sins unites with his Creator. How to confess and receive communion?
Without fear
Do not be afraid of the confession procedure itself. Most priests will listen to you very calmly, often sympathetically. They may be surprised, they may suffer for you, but no one will offend you, and the sins confessed in the presence of the priest cannot be divulged. For this they are deprived of dignity, and this is very serious. Most of the priests are conscientious and thinking people, they are afraid not only of the external sanctions of the world, but also of the Court of God, which cannot be deceived. Therefore, they can be unconditionally trusted.
About myself. And only about myself
How should one confess and receive communion? Do not complain about confession, do not blame and do not make excuses. You can condemn only yourself, and it is only about you. About how you reacted incorrectly and failed the test given by the Lord. In every situation, God creates the possibility of a righteous choice, but sometimes people do not see it, or do not want to see it, because of the greater complexity and difficulty for them personally. It is easier to have an abortion after fornication than to admit your sin and raise a child. It’s easier to go to a sorcerer than to change your life through labor and trust in God. It's easier to blame others than to think about your share of guilt. Communion is possible only for those who have reconciled with everyone and have made amends to the offended.
Will they forgive me?
How to confess and partake of a person who has committed a serious sin in the past? Remember that God can erase all records of sins in the hands of demons. But the condition is sincere regret, the recognition of the behavior is wrong, and the determination to no longer repeat their mistakes. God is merciful. Especially to those who are kind and pity their neighbors. The merciful will be pardoned.
Non-Orthodox Christian
How should one confess and receive communion if you, as a Christian, do not belong to the Orthodox faith? There are two options, the father will make the choice. This is either the order of joining the Church, or baptism with the conditional wording "if not baptized." Former Catholics and some Protestants are most often simply added. Much depends on what type of baptism procedure was performed on you - with or without dipping into the water. But the father will make the decision. After that, you will be able to participate in church life as a full-fledged parishioner.
Don't put off repentance
How to confess and receive communion without condemnation? Be honest in your confession, be careful when preparing for the Communion (abstinence, fasting, prayer). If you have been unable to refrain from sin, set aside the sacrament, but not confession. In general, you can confess at least every day. The frequency of the sacrament depends on the decision of your priest. Although ideally it is necessary as often as it turns out. But really usually it turns out once a month.
How to confess and receive communion? Be honest with yourself and in confession, prepare carefully and rely on the help of God.