Lent
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10 ways to renew your life in Christ this Lent
Consider these tried-and-true ways of entering into Lent this year. Read more
How Christians used to ‘pre-game’ their Lent
Sunday, Feb. 11, is the last Sunday before Shrovetide, which culminates in Shrove Tuesday — more popularly known as Mardi... Read more
Pope Francis to preside at Ash Wednesday Mass and traditional procession in Rome
Pope Francis will preside at the Mass and the traditional Ash Wednesday procession on Feb. 14 on Aventine Hill in... Read more
Lent 2024: Catholic resources to help you grow in your faith
This list of Catholic resources can help you grow closer to the Lord this Lenten season. Read more
Pope Francis’ 2024 Lenten message: ‘Lent is a season of conversion, a time of freedom’
Pope Francis has centered his Lenten message for 2024 on the Book of Exodus, choosing “Through the Desert God Leads... Read more
Pope Francis to hold private Lenten retreat for fifth consecutive year
For the fifth consecutive year the joint retreat between the Holy Father and the Roman Curia has been canceled. Read more
Why the Stations of the Cross were a daily devotion for Mother Angelica
It is tradition for Catholics to participate in the Stations of the Cross during Lent. But for EWTN foundress Mother... Read more
Beautiful new film on Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is a ‘perfect Lenten meditation’
Bishop James Conley called this new film on the Spanish pilgrimage route the “best” movie about the Camino de Santiago... Read more
Have you ever wondered what vegans give up for Lent?
Have you ever wondered what vegans give up for Lent? Read more
Pope Francis: The devil uses ‘three widespread and dangerous temptations’ to divide us
The pope also offered advice for how to overcome temptations using the Word of God. Read more
Good news! You can eat a cheeseburger on Friday, March 25. Here’s why
You probably already are well aware that Catholics are called to abstain from eating meat on all Fridays throughout Lent.... Read more
Pope Francis’ Lenten message: Addiction to digital media can hurt human relationships
"May the corporal fasting to which Lent calls us fortify our spirit for the battle against sin,” Pope Francis said. Read more
Roman Curia’s annual Lenten retreat changed again due to COVID-19
Curial officials will make their own arrangements for a private Lenten retreat. Read more
Courage offers virtual Lenten reflection
As pandemic restrictions continue to affect in-person events, a pair of ministries for people with same-sex attraction and their loved... Read more
From Pius XI to Pope Francis: A history of Spiritual Exercises at the Vatican
For nearly 100 years, popes have set aside time for an annual retreat and meditation on spiritual exercises. Read more
Pope Francis: Christian life 'is a battle against the spirit of evil'
Like Jesus was tempted by Satan in the desert, Christians must be prepared to battle evil, knowing that “with faith,... Read more
Pope Francis gives Roman Curia 17th-century text as Lenten reading
Pope Francis has given each member of the Roman Curia a book to include in their spiritual reading for their... Read more
Brownsville bishop dispenses from law of abstinence amid Texas storm
Bishop Daniel Flores of Brownsville announced Thursday via Twitter that he is granting a dispensation from abstinence from meat for... Read more
Pope Francis urges Brazil’s Christians to seek unity in battle against pandemic
Pope Francis encouraged Brazil’s Christians on Wednesday to confront the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic together this Lent. Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Experience Lent with love’ by caring for those affected by pandemic
Pope Francis has encouraged Catholics to practice charity in Lent this year by caring for those affected by the coronavirus... Read more
