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Lent and Life February 28, 2024

Cardinal Burke announces 'significant novena' to pray for Church against 'forces of sin'

Cardinal Raymond Burke is asking people to pray for the intercession of the Virgin Mary for the sake of the Church and the world against the forces of sin.

Lent and Life February 27, 2024

Hallow app team reveals why surrendering to God's will 'can feel scary' when we 'want to be strong'

The Surrender Novena is a "powerful prayer" that can help Christians reorient their lives during the season of Lent. A Hallow app team member shared thoughts with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

Lent and Life February 25, 2024

Praying the rosary: Understanding the tradition that helps Catholics meditate on Jesus and Mother Mary

Here's how to understand the rosary, a Catholic prayer tradition practiced by millions of faithful worldwide — including the beads, the link to Mother Mary and the meaning behind the prayer aid.

Lent and Life February 25, 2024

California priest stresses that Second Sunday of Lent is a reminder of why we're here on Earth

Fr. Ambrose Criste of California provides a reflection on the Transfiguration, a Bible story that is read in Catholic churches on the Second Sunday of Lent.

Lent and Life February 24, 2024

How a tradition during Lent led to the creation of the Filet-O-Fish

The Filet-O-Fish was the first item added to the McDonald's menu in the chain's history — and it came about due to the Catholic practice during Lent of abstaining from meat on Fridays.

Lent and Life February 21, 2024

During Lent, the Litany of Humility helps Christians recognize how they can be more like Jesus

The Litany of Humility is a popular prayer during Lent. Here's why, and here's why people pray a series of petitions against the sin of pride during this season.

Lent and Life February 20, 2024

The surprising Lenten history of the pretzel — and its meaning for the season

Soft pretzels are a popular food around the world year-round — but did you know that many of their origin stories trace back to the observance of Lent? Here are details.

Lent and Life February 19, 2024

Why prayer during Lent is even more important than you thought, says Christian filmmaker

Filmmaker Chris Worthington of Florida shared why he believes prayer is the most spiritually impactful of the three pillars of Lent: fasting, prayer and almsgiving.

Lent and Life February 18, 2024

For the first Sunday of Lent, make 'wise shifts' to help your relationship with God, says Washington pastor

The first Sunday of Lent kicks off the first full week of the Lenten season, a 40-day preparation for Easter. Pastor Jesse Bradley shared faith insights on drawing closer to God.

Lent and Life February 17, 2024

Christians should take a 'spiritual inventory' during Lent, urges faith leader and author

Christians should take time during Lent to review their relationship with God and address areas where it may be lacking, says author, evangelist and apologist Alex McFarland of North Carolina.

Lent and Life February 16, 2024

Here's why Catholics eat fish on Fridays during Lent: 'Important' practice

Catholics are required to abstain from meat during Fridays of Lent. Fish, however, does not count as meat -- and has resulted in the beloved tradition of the fish fry.