PRAY, FAST AND GIVE ALMS IN THIS SEASON OF LENT
I remember the words of Cardinal Francis George, who once said, ‘The only things you can take with you when you die are the things you have given away,’ echoing Jesus’ promise. Lent reminds us of our imperfections—our failures and weaknesses—while also celebrating life through death and resurrection.
Fasting, prayer, and almsgiving are key Lenten practices.
Today’s reading challenges us: to return to God with our whole heart, not just external acts like tearing clothing, but internal openness. Our wholehearted turning involves spiritual conversion and a deepening love for God and all creation. This Lent, we are called to deeper love and conversion.
God invites us to go beyond ourselves, reaching out with love—following Jesus’ example—caring for others with unselfish, practical love that transforms.
May Jesus grant us grace, peace, strength, and blessings. May we have the courage to abandon sin and embrace virtue. May Mary, refuge of sinners, pray for us. Amen.
Happy Ash Wednesday. Take care and God bless.
Fr Joseph Osho