Today’s readings remind us that in the pursuit of Christian perfection, we neglect fasting at our peril. Admittedly, we need to remember that fasting is only ever a means[…]

DAY 2 Thursday after Ash Wednesday There is a direct connection between today’s first reading and the Gospel. In the passage from Deuteronomy, Moses reminds the Israelites that sin[…]

“Tear your hearts, and not your garments! Here at the beginning of our Lenten journey, Holy Mother Church pulls no punches. In the first reading from the prophet Joel,[…]

Happy Sunday to you all “Praise the Lord who heals the broken-hearted.” The world is filled with sorrow and tears mourning, and cries of pain can be heard everywhere. Lives are lost[…]