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Fasting cleanses the soul, raises the mind, subjects one’s flesh to the spirit, renders the heart contrite and humble, scatters the clouds of concupiscence, quenches the fire of lust, kindles the true light of chastity.
St. Thomas AquinasSt. Thomas Aquinas
Fasting Resources

“The Skinny on Fasting” – A Funny Video on a Serious (and Beautiful) Christian Discipline
Have you been fasting this Lent? Sure, it’s a struggle, but this ancient, scriptural, necessary Christian discipline is something Jesus…

5 Things to Do to Make Holy Week the Most Important Week of the Year
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Let The Mouth Fast From Foul Words | St. John Chrysostom
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Infographic: The 3 Pillars of Lent Almsgiving, Fasting and Prayer
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It’s Very Simple: Lent Is All About Love
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The Fast Is Over…Devote Yourself To Praise!
Because there are these two periods of time – the one that now is, beset with the trials and troubles…
Prayer Knocks, Fasting Obtains, Mercy Receives
There are three things, my brethren, by which faith stands firm, devotion remains constant, and virtue endures. They are prayer,…

You Must Walk Through The Desert To Reach The Promised Land
No one reaches the promised land without walking through the desert.

What COVID-19 And Whole 30 Have In Common
As we move beyond our time of sheltering in place, how are we going to make the most of these…

Mary’s Lent? Find Out About The Dormition Fast
Full of Grace In the first chapter of the Gospel of St. Luke, we hear that the Blessed Virgin Mary…

A Call to Prayer for Life, Marriage, and Religious Liberty
I have just recently returned from an annual 5-day silent retreat. It was a beautiful time of reflection, meditation, and…

The Best Spiritual Diet For The New Year
The Best Spiritual Diet For The New Year More Catholic Resources For The New Year Pray The “Veni, Creator Spiritus”…

How To Choose Your Lenten Practices
Mardi Gras rolls around every year, and every year I think “Oh shoot. What am I going to give up…

These Bible Verses Will Help You Decide How To Spend Lent
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