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@@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ In that time I have...
 
 ## [Numbered sin items, each as an H2]
 
-[Description of the sin in clear, honest, first-person language]
+**[Bold summary statement of the sin].** [Description of the sin in clear, honest, first-person language]
 
 ## Common thread
 
@@ -48,11 +48,13 @@ This is all I can remember. I am sorry for these and all my sins."
 
 2. **Organize into numbered sections.** Each distinct sin or struggle gets its own `##` heading. Group related items together if they're clearly the same category.
 
-3. **Capture the common thread.** If Connor identifies a pattern across his sins (e.g., "discouragement," "taking the easy path"), include a "Common thread" section summarizing it. If he doesn't identify one, omit this section.
+3. **Start each item with a bold summary statement.** Open each sin item with a concise, bold sentence that clearly states what is being confessed (e.g., "**Been lax in fasting.**", "**Been exasperated with my wife.**"). This makes it easy to glance at the note in the confessional and remember each item. Follow the bold statement with the supporting detail.
 
-4. **Preserve the script.** The opening ("Bless me Father for I have sinned...") and closing ("This is all I can remember...") are standard script elements. If Connor includes them, keep them formatted as shown in the template. If he doesn't, add them with placeholders for the timeframe.
+4. **Capture the common thread.** If Connor identifies a pattern across his sins (e.g., "discouragement," "taking the easy path"), include a "Common thread" section summarizing it. If he doesn't identify one, omit this section.
 
-5. **Include resolution notes.** If Connor expresses a desire to change something or a resolution, place it after the ending script, before the blank "Advice" and "Penance" headings (these get filled in during the actual confession).
+5. **Preserve the script.** The opening ("Bless me Father for I have sinned...") and closing ("This is all I can remember...") are standard script elements. If Connor includes them, keep them formatted as shown in the template. If he doesn't, add them with placeholders for the timeframe.
+
+6. **Include resolution notes.** If Connor expresses a desire to change something or a resolution, place it after the ending script, before the blank "Advice" and "Penance" headings (these get filled in during the actual confession).
 
 ## Style Rules