Lent

"Lent is marked by two themes, the baptismal and the penitential. By recalling or preparing for baptism and by repentance, this season disposes the faithful, as they more diligently listen to the word of God and devote themselves to prayer, to celebrate the paschal mystery." Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 109

"The season of Lent is a preparation for the celebration of Easter. The liturgy prepares the catechumens for the celebration of the paschal mystery by the several stages of Christian initiation: it also prepares the faithful, who recall their baptism and do penance in preparation for Easter." General Norms for the Liturgical Year, 27

By the threeefold discipline of fasting, almsgiving and prayer the Church keeps Lent from Ash Wednesday until the evening of Holy Thursday.

"Lent is a favorable time for opening the doors to all those in need, and recognize in them the face of Christ." Pope Francis

"Do you wish your prayer to fly toward God? Give it two things: fasting and almsgiving."
St. Augustine


 

On Fridays during Lent we will be having Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the 12:10 Mass until 6:45PM.
Stations of the Cross will follow at 7PM.