I’ve been thinking a lot lately about flipping the script on Lent. The idea started in preparation for a presentation at work where I was sharing tips for networking.
Liturgical Seasons
Lent: ‘Give Until It Hurts’ Doesn’t Mean ‘Give Until It Harms’
Ever thought of waking up in the middle of the night like a monk to pray Matins, sleeping on the floor or putting a pebble in your shoe? Why would you do these things? Lent is upon us. Prepare yourself.
Ash Wednesday: What’s The Big Deal With Ashes?
Ash Wednesday often draws crowds to Mass, rivaling Christmas and Easter. What’s so attractive about getting ashes smeared on one’s forehead?
The Power of The Gift of Forgiveness
Forgiveness is a gift of the Holy Spirit that each of us receive in Baptism, but also through God’s grace each time we go to confession and are truly repentant of our sins. God has given us a great gift, and is such a loving Father that He continually calls us back home, back on the right path.
“The Wonderful Time” — All Year
It’s the octave of Christmas—”the most wonderful time of the year.” I’m taking some moments these days to consider why this time of year is full of wonder…and also why the wonder is often overlooked.