Diana,

The Sacrament of Reconciliation assures us of our forgiveness by God and often has a wonderful result of freeing us to feel truly forgiven. If you've been to the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and sincerely confessed and received absolution, you are truly and objectively forgiven by God and there is nothing more you can do to make God forgive you (which is kind of a problematic phrase, because we can't make or force God to do anything).

The real question is not whether you are forgiven, but whether you feel forgiven afterward. I usually find that the Sacrament alleviates my feelings and restores a sense of well-being.

My recommendation is to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation as soon as possible and see how you feel afterward. If you still struggle with feeling unforgiven, despite the fact that you are forgiven, write us back and we'll see if we can help you.

You can also bring up this concern to the priest you are confessing to and see if he has any advice. It would be an ideal opportunity.

Eric