Pope Leo XIV has some reflections for this Lent: First, listening to the Word of God in the liturgy, and through that, to “those who are anguished and suffering.” “Our God is one who seeks to involve us,” the Holy Father wrote. “Even today he shares with us what is in his heart. Because of […]
Prayer, Fasting and Mercy
From a sermon by St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church: There are three things, my brethren, by which faith stands firm, devotion remains constant, and virtue endures. They are prayer, fasting and mercy. Prayer knocks at the door, fasting obtains, mercy receives. Prayer, mercy and fasting: these three are one, and they […]