Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence. The other Fridays of Lent are days of abstinence from meat.
Lenten penitential regulations
After 11 months of ‘giving up,’ what is there left to give up this Lent?
How should a Catholic approach Lent this year?
Lenten resources available from ministries supported by Bishop’s Annual Appeal
The ministries supported by the Bishop’s Annual Appeal sustain the local church by providing essential education, pastoral care and other assistance.
Ash Wednesday: Different look, same message
During this year’s celebration of Ash Wednesday Feb. 17, many dioceses will be following the Vatican’s recommendation of a modified method for distributing ashes.
40 Faces of Lent
To assist readers in preparing for and reflecting upon the season of Lent, The Central Minnesota Catholic collected responses from 40 people across the diocese.
Sacrament of reconciliation: A regular cleaning of your soul
Perhaps we need to all grow in our understanding of the sacrament of reconciliation.
By the final reel: films for Lent with conversion themes
Lent is intended to be a season of ongoing conversion. These are capsule reviews of 10 films that showcase characters experiencing a positive change of heart, mind or outlook.
Lent: A good time to hit our spiritual ‘reset’ button
The 40 days of Lent are a time for us to refocus on “getting right” with God and others, and to convert our hearts and minds to better reflect the love of Christ.