I reflected on the reality of Lent and the many practices that help us draw closer to Jesus. Through fasting, prayer, giving and serving others, we can step away from worldly distractions and desires, ...

Perhaps because of our Triune God, a lot of things both religious and secular seem to be explained or expressed in threes.

Every year, the majority of Christians around the world, Orthodox, Catholic and Protestant, participate in what is arguably one of the most counter-cultural traditions — the season of Lent. This ...

We sell our faith short, and so we sell our Lent short. At least I do. I have spent most of my life thinking of the faith as ...

Lent is a 40-day period in which as Christians we promise ourselves that since Jesus gave up his life for us, we will give up ...

I am well aware of the dangers of “raising awareness” and making a show of one’s fasting. But I am telling people about this ...

It’s hard to avoid AI these days. Even a simple Google search generates answers via AI. Skeptics and journalists among us ...

Fasting during Lent is a religious practice observed by many Christians ... Spend the extra time to yourself in prayer as you give up that convenience. 6. Snacking: If giving up snacking in full is ...

The kitchen was abuzz March 7 at the first of five Lenten Fish Fries to honor the holy season and bring awareness to local ...

This week, we find ourselves in the early days of a specific liturgical season known as Lent. Lent is a designated time ...

The Diocese of Des Moines shared the list below of fish fries. Dinners are every Friday March 7 through April 11 unless noted. Check your local parish's website or Facebook page for menus and pricing.

Lent: A time of reflection, prayer, fasting and almsgiving in preparation for Easter. For Glenn Mummey and his family, the season is also a time to give to the school that has meant so much to their ...