Fasting brings grace
March 21, 2024
I’m seeing a meme on social media that quotes Pope Francis as discouraging fasting, recommending “eat whatever you want” and instead seek “a better relationship
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Tips for making a good confession
March 21, 2024
Receiving the sacrament of penance, or confession, is a common and recommended Lenten spiritual exercise. But for some, it may have been a while since
Lent, explained
February 24, 2024
FEB. 25 — MK 9:2-10 WHY LENT? The 40 days of Lent are given to us by the church to help us dive deeper into
Bishop Burbidge calls for Lenten ‘day of unplugging’
February 22, 2024
Many can relate to spending too much time in front of a screen. In a time and culture where it’s possible — and nearly assumed
Digital guide lists Lenten tips and events
February 22, 2024
The diocesan Office of Multicultural Ministries and Diocesan Events has published the “2024 Multicultural Guide to Liturgical Living: Lent,” a digital guidebook featuring various saints,
Fasting well
February 22, 2024
Here we are in the season of fasting. Of course, two out of three internet health gurus have been extolling the virtues of fasting day
Starting Lent
February 17, 2024
Feb. 18 Mk 1:12-15 On this first Sunday of Lent, the church gives us an incredibly concise and austere Gospel passage from Mark. We hear
Fish frys, soup suppers around the Arlington diocese
February 15, 2024
Many parishes are planning fish frys and soup suppers, both dine-in and carryout, during Lent. Check your parish website or bulletin for more listings and
Pope: During Lent, leave appearances aside and listen to God
February 15, 2024
ROME — In an age when even one’s most intimate thoughts and feelings can become fodder for social media, Lent is a time to cast
Rethink your Lent this Ash Wednesday
February 14, 2024
Sporting hearts on their clothing and ashes on their foreheads, diocesan Catholics marked the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday Feb. 14 also St. Valentine’s
