“The ashes weave many Scriptures to remind us of the faithful and redeeming love of the one who became dust and ashes with and for us, that we might become children of God.”
Ask Father Tom: ‘Remember that you are dust …’
Melaine Myklebust: Lent in the domestic Church
“After a busy Christmas season and winter, I am feeling the call to strip back down to the basics. I want to focus on what is most essential about Lent.”
Lenten services, reflection and prayer opportunities
Religious communities in the diocese provide opportunities to enrich your Lenten experience.
Check out Lenten resources from Catholic social teaching
Many Lenten resources centered on Catholic social teaching are available.
After 11 months of ‘giving up,’ what is there left to give up this Lent?
How should a Catholic approach Lent this year?
40 Days for Life Lenten campaign begins Feb. 17
The opening prayer vigil is planned for Saturday, Feb. 20, and the closing prayer vigil will be Saturday, March 27.
In-person gatherings can resume Jan. 31, Bishop Kettler says in letter to pastors
This includes faith formation and sacramental preparation gatherings, youth gatherings, board and council meetings and organizational meetings.
Carolyn Woo: From disaster, an Easter people rise
It is ironic that the pandemic has come upon us during Lent: the time for examination of self, giving to others and prayer.