Pope Leo XIV’s Lenten message offers a novel approach toward peace on earth. Whereas world leaders hold international conferences to reduce nuclear arms and secure
On February 18, 2026 the Forty Days of Lent begin, leading the faithful into days of prayer and fasting prior to Easter Sunday. Even observing
I will have another interview with a Catholic artist for you all next month. This month, as we step into Lent, my conversation with Leon
Athletes and Catholics are similar in that they have two main seasons – pre-season and in-season. In this analogy, the liturgical year periods of Christmas,
Many of us know someone who is planning a “dry January.” While there can certainly be benefits to abstaining from alcohol or other pleasures, doing
Fasting has always been a part of the world God created. As St. Basil the Great tells us “It was the first commandment that Adam
Returning from my mechanic today, I looked at the dashboard’s bright orange display stating, “Past due service”. My mechanic and I agreed to not tackle
The saints give the answers to overcoming excessive worry and becoming a warrior for God’s kingdom.
On Lent’s Invitation to Silence and Fasting The choir hums, but does not burst in glorious refrain. The music is subdued, the organ absent. The
The Lenten season begins later than usual this year. Instead of starting our fast during the bitter days of February, we’ll begin in early March
As other CS writers have reminded us, here we are in Lent, once again. When I was young, giving up Cokes for Lent was the
The beginning of Lent each year brings about an annual notice from the Catholic Church about the current regulations for fasting, and with this is
Here in the Northeast, it seems like the whole world is rejoicing. Warm weather came with the Resurrection. The snows receded, the sun came out,
Lent is a time of true spiritual renewal. We give up something we enjoy, we fast, and we give back to those in need. Recently
If you are a man who wants a more fulfilling life, you might consider joining or starting an Exodus 90 program in your parish. Exodus
Spring seems to be coming early this year in the northeast. Our snow is slowly melting, the sap is running, and Lent is just around
Me and discipline did not get along for 48 years of my life. I equated discipline to being punished like a child who misbehaved or
Lent, which begins with Ash Wednesday on February 22 this year, is just around the corner. Now, before the season starts, is the time to
As each new year begins, old resolutions are dusted off, repackaged, and often given a “booster shot” at the start of Lent. The goodies given
In the sixth chapter of Matthew’s gospel, the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. His response was The Lord’s Prayer in its
Saint John Vianney is known for leading the village Ars from corruption to holiness, and the path he took to change the hearts of many
Like many people, I have been searching for a diet which would actually work for me. But we all know that many diet plans are
