Joe, a newly ordained priest, nervous about hearing confessions, finally asks an older priest, Father Mark, to observe how he does and give some tips.
After listening in on the second confession, Father Mark suggested that the Joe fold his arms, maybe rub his chin with one hand while saying phrases like "I see" or "I understand" or "Yes, my child. Go on".
Father Joe puts the suggestions into practice and later tells the older priest how much it has helped getting more information from his flock.
"You've done well," said Father Mark.
"Isn't that much better than slapping your knee and yelling 'No way! What happened next?'"
