Regulations on fasting and abstinence
February 28, 2025
The norms for the United States, established by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in November 1966 and reiterated in November 1973, may be summarized as follows:
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Fish fries, soup suppers around the diocese
February 25, 2025
Many parishes are planning fish fries and soup suppers, both dine-in and carryout, during Lent. Check your parish website or bulletin for more listings and updates.
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
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
