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Lenten Reading

If you’re looking for guides to this year’s Lenten journey,  I have three books to suggest. >>>

Year of Mercy Reflection

I think most of the time when we think of mercy we think of vulnerable people – the poor, the sick, the needy – who need to be treated with kindness and helped with material goods such as food and clothing.  >>>

Reflexión por el Año de la Misericordia

Creo que la mayor parte del tiempo cuando pensamos en la misericordia pensamos en las persona vulnerables; los pobres, los enfermos, los necesitados quienes necesitan ser tratados con bondad y ayudados con bienes materiales tales como comida y vestido. >>>

Sacrament of Reconciliation offers God's love

SALT LAKE CITY — The Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy Pope Francis declared for 2016 is a journey that starts with a spiritual conversion; at its center is the mercy of God.  >>>

A proper confession requires preparation

SALT LAKE CITY — “The Sacrament of Penance is one of the Church’s precious treasures, since authentic world renewal is accomplished only through forgiveness. Nothing can improve the world if evil is not overcome. Evil can be overcome only by forgiveness,” said Pope Benedict XVI. >>>

OFFICIAL 2016 LENTEN AND EASTER OBSERVANCE

THE SEASON OF LENT BEGINS ON ASH WEDNESDAY, February 10, 2016. It is a time of baptismal renewal and preparation for the Easter celebration of the Lord’s death and resurrection. Personal, family and small group prayer, daily Mass, fasting, acts of mortification and works of charity and service are highly recommended ways of observing the Lenten season. So, too, is greater reflection on the Word of God. >>>

Pope Francis gives tips for preparing for confession

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Last year, the Vatican publishing house released a 28-page booklet titled “Safeguard Your Heart,” meant to help the faithful become “courageous” and prepared to battle against evil and choose the good. >>>

Lenten events in the Diocese of Salt Lake City

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CRS Rice Bowl inspires Catholics to do more with less during Lent

Incorporating the pillars of prayer, fasting and alms giving, Catholics have created a Lenten ‘Rice Bowl Effect’ that changes lives around the world. >>>