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G-MM™: Meditation Moment - 02.22.12

‘This is how you should pray.’

Today, the first day of Lent, is a time of fast and abstinence.

Lent is traditionally a time of penance, reflection and fasting, a time that prepares us for Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Today we take some time to ask: What does Lent mean for me?

How will I prepare for Easter?

For some, Lent is a time for giving; for others, it is a time to do without.

Maybe Lent is a time for removing distractions from our life so that we can make time and space for God.

Dear Lord, I offer you my Lenten promise, in preparation for Easter.

I pray for the grace and strength I need to keep my promise.

I draw courage from your example and thank you, Lord, knowing that you keep your promises to me.

Amen.

Ash Wednesday. DAY OF FAST AND ABSTINENCE. Joel 2:12‑18. Be5merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned—Ps 50(51):3-6, 12-14, 17. 2 Corinthians 5:20 – 6:2. Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18