So Who Hears The Pope's Confession?

[Guinastasia]

@Cunctator

Confession isn’t just for the really serious sins. You can confess all the small ones too. For most penitents, most of the time, that’s what confession will be all about, I’d imagine. As for the late Pope - perhaps he was rude or impatient with his staff and colleagues. Who knows?

He slapped Ratzinger upside the head for trying on his best papal hats?
“Damn you, Joe! I’m not dead yet!”

[Cunctator]

@gooftroopag

Catholics have to confess for being rude and impatient?!

No. Catholics are obliged to confess only their grave (mortal) sins. They *may * also confess their less serious (venial) sins if they wish to do so:

Without being strictly necessary, confession of everyday faults (venial sins) is nevertheless strongly recommended by the Church. Indeed the regular confession of our venial sins helps us form our conscience, fight against evil tendencies, let ourselves be healed by Christ and progress in the life of the Spirit. By receiving more frequently through this sacrament the gift of the Father’s mercy, we are spurred to be merciful as He is merciful.

Source: Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 1458