This Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season of 2009. Traditionally, Lent is a 40-day season of fasting and prayer before Easter. These 40 days represent the 40 days that Jesus spent in the desert where, according to scripture, he was tempted by Satan. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Easter Sunday.
Today, Lent has returned to its “baptismal” emphasis. It’s not meant to be a time of penance any longer, but a time to deepen our commitment to Christ through prayer, fasting or donations. It is a time to renew your faith and for baptismal promises to be reaffirmed.
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