Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Conversion - the meaning of Lent

As we prepare for the beginning of Lent tomorrow and Ash Wednesday. Let us remember that conversion - metanoia is a lifelong process, it is about turning back to God from whom life, goodness and happiness flow. It is not about focusing on our own sins and despair, but turning to God with an open heart with trust and love. 

The opening prayer for tomorrow’s Mass beautifully sums up the spiritual warfare aspect of Lent : 

“Grant, O Lord, that we may begin with holy fasting
this campaign of Christian service,
so that, as we take up battle against spiritual evils,
we may be armed with weapons of self-restraint.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever”




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