Most of us probably think of Lent as a somber time of repentance, sacrifice, fasting, and intense preparation that is not necessarily joyful. In fact, we feel it is more fruitful when we "do the hard work." We are more likely to "observe" Lent than t... ...
Most of us probably think of Lent as a somber time of repentance, sacrifice, fasting, and intense preparation that is not necessarily joyful. In fact, we feel it is more fruitful when we "do the hard work." We are more likely to "observe" Lent than t... ...
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five times in lieu of each of the canonical hours; also half an hour’s meditation every morning and evening; fasting on all Fridays and also on Wednesdays and Saturdays from September 14 till Easter, abstinence during Advent and Lent, and various works of mortification, devotion, and charity...
Sundays are a part of this period. Some people don’t give up things on Sundays during Lent, and that’s okay because our sacrifices are voluntary. Butfasting on Ash Wednesdayand not eating meat on Fridays during Lent are mandatory, unless you’re too young or old. ...
2. The other Fridays of Lent (Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28; April (4, and 11) are days of abstinence. 3. Fasting in the Roman Catholic tradition means to limit oneself to one full meal with two smaller meals which together do not equal the size of your full meal. The obligation of fasti...
FASTING AND ABSTINENCE:In addition to abstinence, fasting is to be observed by all Catholics between the ages of 18-59 years (inclusive). There are two days for this: Ash Wednesday and Good Friday (no meat is to be eaten on these two days). On days of fasting, one full meal is allo...
Lent is coming and we know you've got questions! From Ash Wednesday to fasting rules, from no-meat Fridays to the real meaning of "almsgiving," we've got you covered right here. And if you can't find the answer to your Lenten question below, drop us... ...
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a solemn season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving in the Catholic Church. It is a time for reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal, preparing the faithful for the celebration of Easter. But why is thi... ...
Most of us probably think of Lent as a somber time of repentance, sacrifice, fasting, and intense preparation that is not necessarily joyful. In fact, we feel it is more fruitful when we "do the hard work." We are more likely to "observe" Lent than t... ...