Celebrating Mardi Gras with an eye on Lent

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How long is the celebration of Mardi Gras? What exactly does it celebrate? For Lent, is it better to give something up, or take something up? The Nuns discuss!

Mardi Gras beads and mask

I am the alm

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A new approach to Lent makes a big impact.

penrose triangle

Instead of giving up something for Lent, could I take something up?

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A listener wonders if, instead of giving up chocolate or soda for Lent, she could do something extra – like clean the bathroom, so her mom doesn’t have to. What are the best Lenten practices? The Nuns discuss!

A person is cleaning the bathroom

Giving of love, giving our presence

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To be acknowledged is one thing, but to be seen says that we are valued and loved. No matter what we do or give to practice Almsgiving, it is about the person and the relationship. Showing others that they are seen, heard, and loved has the potential to bring them back from the lifelessness of all that weighs them down.

Lent teaches us to give of love and our presence

5th Week ~ ALMSGIVING

God calls us to be loving, giving human beings. We are called to be involved neighbors, caring churchgoers, and committed citizens, as well as supportive friends who are generous, interested, and truly giving to those who have less and need help.

Lent-Week 5- Almsgiving