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Day 3 of Lent 2023 🕊️ Saint Martha of Bethany

Day 3 of Lent 2023 🕊️ Saint Martha of Bethany

The story of Saint Martha of Bethany is one we often repeat, because it is so easy to understand yet also very broad and all encompassing. Since we seem to write about Saint Martha often, I’ll repeat some of the message we offered about her in 2022: Martha and her sister, Mary, and brother, Lazarus, lived in Bethany. Lazarus was friends with Jesus so he would often invite Jesus over for a bite to eat. This was wonderful for Jesus because Martha was a great cook, and always actively coming up with the new recipes and ideas for “breaking bread” at the table.

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40 Days of Lent ⛪ Pope Francis' Suggestion

40 Days of Lent ⛪ Pope Francis' Suggestion

Pope Francis has suggested we pursue the Lenten Calendar, not so much as a period of abstention and sacrifice, and more as a time for reflection. Rather than “Giving Up” candy or beer for 40 days, Pope Francis says we can best present the true meaning of Lenten Vows as a time for changing attitudes and for examining our prejudices.  

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This week's Saints, There's Something About Marys, Katrina Crosses

This week's Saints, There's Something About Marys, Katrina Crosses

Celebrating this week's Saints! Just to name a few: Juan Bautista, the Memorials of mother and son, Saints Monica and Augustine of Hippo, Saint Juniper “Father Serra,” and Saint Raymond Nonnatus!

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