The beginning of lent is upon us.
Alot of people give up things for lent.
The priest of my parish made a really good statement
about this. He said "if you are going to give
something up and it isn't going to bring you
any closer to Christ, than why do it"
Good point.
So this year instead of giving something up.
I going to do something more.
I bought this most awesome book called
Lent and Easter/Wisdom from Pope John Paul II
Compiled by John V. Kruse.
This book provides daily reflection for Ash Wednesday
through the Second Sunday of Easter.
Thoughts from Pope John Paul II are supported
by scripture, prayers and spritual growth activities.
This book is so wonderful and this is what I will do
the 40 days of Lent leading up to Easter, I will
try to grow closer to Christ. I will do this everyday.
I will make time. I think this is so much more than let's say giving
up chocolate.
So if you are interested, you can click on the button below
for daily Lent meditations and activities.
And here is a picture of my ashes that I proudly wore today.
Friendly comments appreciated.
About Me
- Name: Blessed
- Location: Kentucky, United States
♥ I belive in God and I'm not ashamed to admit it. I don't consider myself religious but I am very spiritual. I believe that God is closer to us than our own spirit.♥ I am a sinner. I am a saint. I am a work in progress. I try to be good, do good but I do stray from the path from time to time.♥ I try to be positive and sometimes it is quite difficult. I still keep trying, believing, hoping, dreaming.♥ I believe in smiling; Looking people in the eyes. I have a big ole heart. I care.♥ I am a worrier, goofball, romantic, a lover of animal, veteran and nature causes.♥ I believe in treating others with respect and dignity, having faith, rooting for the underdog, doing onto others as you want done onto yourself, telling the truth, being kind, supporting and encouraging, standing up for what I believe and value, having a sense of humor, being thankful being accountable, committed and recognizing limitations.♥ I strive to keep learning and growing.♥ I try not to judge but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't sometimes judgemental. I try to have an open mind and love all for who they are to me.♥
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A Mermaid's Love
The sea is calling me, but only for a time, a time to return to thee and thy love divine. I swim out among waves, through the rocks the and great caves, thinking only of thee my love... Although we are from different worlds it never could be wrong, for thou knowest I will return, singing the mermaid's song... The clams, oysters, whales know it to be true, that all is love and all my love I only give to you... So come to me, oh sailor on the land, come with me and gently take my hand... For I will love you always, and always is as long as the sea meets the sand..
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I don't remember actually getting ashes spread on my forehead.. hummmm I'll have to ask in my family....
I like the fact that you'll do more good instead of giving up something you like....
Good plan... ;-)
Happy Ash Wednesday Blessed!
I'm the only one in my family that isn't Catholic... long story there ... but I remember when my mom invited the priest over for dinner on a Friday during lent and ... yes... she wasn't thinking and put meat in the salad. I swear she turned 8 shades of red! The priest was laughing at her... he was a good guy and didn't care... just pushed it off to the side.
I like your template.. and yes it is easier! YAY!!!
Have a great day.
You also seem to have a wise priest, one that makes you think about your ritual. Kudos to him.
I guess you can say I fall under the non-practicing catholic group.(long story)
But its great to see you sooo open to all its traditions. Best of luck with Lent.
Happy Belated Ash Wednesday.
Dial-Up
Being Catholic has changed my life.
I like my plan for this Lenten Season.
LILY---
So glad to see you here!!!
I'm glad that my new template is making it easier to visit.
And thanx for sharing your story. It made me smile.
LEIGH---
Howdy!! I don't meat on Fridays and anyother day I'm not supposed to. This is good for me since I love seafood so much. Like I need an excuse.
EDTIME---
Thank you Ed. I don't anyone who wouldn't enjoy the priest of our parish.
i went to christian univ in japan, but never heard of this song.
so very interesting! thank u very much for the awesome lyrics :)
I thought is was such the pretty little song!
something up and it isn't going to bring you
any closer to Christ, than why do it"
TRUE
i dont fast not on Ash Wednesday
not on Good Friday too
i have given up my catlik church
i now have a hot line with Jesus
i dont need no Padres and no Pope
i gave up my catlik church after Pope Benedict put on the shoes of Pope Paul II
I am glad you didn't give up Jesus.
Why don't you like Pope Benedict???
Curious minds want to know.