Catholic Lent Reflections: A Prayer Walk to Calvary
Lent is often hyper-focused on what we give up during the season. While fasting from certain goods is a worthy spiritual discipline, these sacrifices make the most sense when we have a strong relationship with Christ.
Lent is about much more than giving things up, it is about deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer.
This Lent, carve out time for intentional prayer and accompany our Lord on the journey to Calvary. Throughout the 40 days of Lent, we will read and reflect on the Sunday Gospel and apply it to our everyday lives. Will you join us?
"Repent and believe in the Gospel." Good and merciful Savior, as we hear these words today and receive a cross of ashes upon our foreheads, remind us of our mortality, our purpose, and our ultimate goal. You have called us to live with our eyes set on your Heavenly Kingdom, let every prayer, thought, and action over the next 40 days move us closer to that goal. Send your Holy Spirit upon us, that we may be filled with a deep sense of sorrow for our sins and a strong desire to seek reconciliation in the Sacrament of Confession. Even in moments of trial and struggle, let us hold fast to the promise of the Gospel, the Good News, that you died for us, to save us, and to bring us into union with you and your Heavenly Father. Amen.
Catholic Family Prayers For Lent
These Lenten reflections give you a quick reflection on Sunday's Gospel, as well as a prayer and action to help you live out your faith. Read the Gospel before dinner, and then close the meal by listening to our Gospel reflection. You could also use the reflections over a morning cup of coffee, or during your personal prayer time.
The Lenten season is full of strong images and detailed stories, vivid reminders of the journey we all make to the cross with Christ. These stories and reflections are also easy teaching tools for youth and families.
This prayer resource (including the prayers, reflections, and action items) was specifically created to be used by families, young adults, and youth — to guide and accompany you on your Lenten journey.
Join us for this 40-day journey, as we walk the road to Calvary together and wait at the tomb for the glory of Easter morning.
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