What to give up
February 23, 2023
A few days before Lent began, my friend Helen posted a quote that struck and stuck as I was pondering the whole “what to do,
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Catholics mark the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday
February 22, 2023
Catholics receive ashes at Mass to start the liturgical season of preparation for Easter.
Where do Ash Wednesday ashes come from?
February 22, 2023
“Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” Or, “Repent and believe in the Gospel.” On Ash Wednesday, millions of Catholics throughout the
Pope: Synodal and Lenten journeys require effort, sacrifice, focusing on God
February 22, 2023
VATICAN CITY — Tradition is a source of inspiration for seeking out new paths to take with Jesus and for avoiding the traps of stagnation
Put parish fish frys, soup suppers on your Lenten calendar
February 21, 2023
Many parishes are planning fish frys and soup suppers, both eat in and carryout, during Lent. Check your parish website or bulletin for more listings
Regulations on fasting and abstinence
February 15, 2023
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
Find silence
February 14, 2023
This year, Lent begins Feb. 22. That means that right now is the perfect time for “pre-Lent” — a short period of time before Ash
Lenten conversion
February 14, 2023
I was asked to hear confessions Dec. 23 at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Emmitsburg, Md., close to Mount St. Mary’s Seminary
Question Corner: Friday abstinence for vegans
March 28, 2022
Friday abstinence for vegans What do persons who don’t normally eat meat do about the church’s rules on abstinence, such as on the Fridays during
40 Days 40 Ways
March 28, 2022
Daily Lenten reflections to transform your family. Challenge: Today, try and use your words for only good. Stop if you find yourself saying something negative
