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Lent – A time to prepare, purify, participate and proclaim

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  • Jesus overcame temptations during this time and began His public ministry.
  • This culminated in His Passion, Death on the Cross, and His glorious Resurrection.

Purpose of Lent in the Holy Catholic Church

  • Reflection on Sacrifice: Lent is a time for Christians to reflect on Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for the salvation of mankind.

  • Focus on Spiritual Growth: The period encourages personal reflection and growth, helping individuals to become closer to God.

The Pillars of Lent

Spiritual Exercises during Lent

  • Daily Mass: Attending Mass regularly during Lent strengthens one’s faith.

  • Sacrament of Reconciliation: Frequent confession purifies the soul and strengthens the resolve to live a better life.

  • Retreats: Taking part in retreats offers a more focused time for prayer and spiritual renewal.

  • Way of the Cross: A meditative journey through the Passion of Christ.

  • Bible Reading: More diligent reading of the Holy Scriptures to deepen understanding and connection to God.

Spiritual Cleansing through Discipline

  • Fasting from Food and Distractions: The discipline of fasting helps cleanse the spirit by removing distractions and focusing on spiritual growth.

  • Reflecting on Weaknesses: Use this time to identify areas of personal weakness and seek God’s grace to overcome them.

    • Through prayer, ask God for help in overcoming these challenges.

Participating in the Building of the Spirit

  • Continuous Discipline: Let the discipline and reflection during Lent not be limited to these 40 days alone.

  • A Platform for Daily Growth: Use Lent as a platform to continue this process of spiritual growth throughout the year.

  • Living as Pilgrims of Hope: As Christians, we are pilgrims on earth, continually purifying ourselves and proclaiming God’s goodness through our daily choices.

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