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 Lord. The best way to come to know God is through prayer.
From his humble birth in a stable to his walk to Calvary, Jesus’ words and actions made it clear that humility is the key to becoming like him. Read More
“Giving alms” is a powerful concept with a rich history, but even the phrase itself can sound mysterious to our modern ears. What does it mean to give alms? Why is almsgiving a central pillar of Lenten practice, alongside prayer and ... Read More
Italy was one of Europe’s worst-hit nations at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. When the coronavirus lockdown forced the clergy to suspend all liturgical celebrations with the faithful, we had to find Read More