"Have mercy on me, O God, in your goodness;
in the greatness of your compassion wipe out my offense.
Thoroughly wash me from my guilt
and of my sin cleanse me." (Psalm 51:1-2)
Fasting is so much more than giving up meat on Fridays or kicking the chocolate habit. At its core, fasting is a spiritual practice that allows us to empty ourselves of the unnecessary clutter that keeps us from a healthy reverence of self, distracts us from extending kindness to others, and holds us back from deepening relationship with God.
This week we will focus on fasting -- and not just of the food-and-drink variety. Check our Lenten Calendar for ideas of what to fast from each day -- small sacrifices and acts of self-discipline to help us reverence Christ's sacrifice.
Remember to return to this page throughout the week, as we add more resources for you. Together, let us journey through Lent!
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SCRIPTURE READINGS:
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7
Psalm 51:3-6, 12-13, 17
Romans 5:12-19
Matthew 4:1-11
Monday, February 27, 2023
Leviticus 19:1-2, 11-18
Psalm 19:8-10, 15
Matthew 25:31-46
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Isaiah 55: 10-11
Psalm 34: 4-7, 16-19
Matthew 6: 7-15
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Jonah 3: 1-10
Psalm 51: 3-4, 12-13, 18-19
Luke 11: 29-32
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Esther C: 12, 14-16, 23-25
Psalm 138: 1-3, 7-8
Matthew 7: 7-12
Friday, March 3, 2023
Ezekiel 18: 21-28
Psalm 130: 1-8
Matthew 5: 20-26
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Deuteronomy 26: 16-19
Psalm 119: 1-2, 4-5, 7-8
Matthew 5: 43-48
