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14 Μαρ 2023 · During Lent, some may wonder why the Catholic Church’s has rules about fasting. Some may see it as example of how the Church is preoccupied with outdated rules. Others may feel that the Church is being overbearing by requiring fasting, even of those who have trouble following the rules.
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3 ημέρες πριν · During the season of Lent, the faithful practice fasting and abstinence. Below are answers to many common questions surrounding these spiritual practices! First, let’s look at the meaning of fasting and abstinence during Lent.
Fasting: Fasting is one of the most ancient practices linked to Lent. In fact, the paschal fast predates Lent as we know it. The early Church fasted intensely for two days before the celebration of the Easter Vigil.
21 Φεβ 2020 · Fasting. As Jesus fasted in the desert for forty days, we, too, are called to forgo something for the same period when observing Lent. It is during this time we can deepen our awareness of his sacrifice on the Cross, as well as Jesus’ daily forgiveness of our sins and unconditional love for us.
5 Φεβ 2016 · The Call of Lent: Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Father Thomas A. Moses. For many Eastern Christians, Lent is embraced as a time for the renewal of repentance, fervent seeking after God, and increased love and concern for our neighbor. After a few weeks of preparation for Lent (also known as the Great Fast) we begin this period of bright ...
14 Φεβ 2024 · What is Lent? Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - Thursday, March 28, 2024. Lent is a 40 day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It's a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord's Resurrection at Easter.
19 Οκτ 2024 · There are two main ways that Catholics use to focus on growing closer to God during the Lenten season: abstinence and fasting. Abstinence is the act of “doing without” or avoiding...
