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Fasting For Lent: Why We Practice Self-Denial During the Sacred Season

By Divine Word Missionaries on March 12, 2025
When most Christians think of Lent, they think of fasting. It's the most widely known practice associated with this holy season. But we must be careful to fast with the right intentions and not fall into self-serving measures. Read More

The Three Pillars of Lent: The Power of Prayer

By Divine Word Missionaries on February 25, 2025
The liturgical season of Lent can often become crowded and confused as we wrestle with what to give up and how to stay on track, but when we get down to the heart of it, Lent is about only one thing—growing deeper in our relationship with the ... Read More

The Sacred Meaning Behind the Catholic Advent Wreath

By Divine Word Missionaries on December 1, 2024
Imagine a cozy living room on a crisp December evening, where the flickering light of candles bathes everything in a warm and inviting glow. On a table in the center of the room, a wreath of greenery is adorned with four candles. The air is ... Read More

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