Christian fasting began as a voluntary practice, as a support for prayer, as penance for sin, as a way to save something for the poor and to prepare for Easter. We are strongly encouraged to make each Friday special by undergoing some form of fasting during Lent.
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- Choosing to follow Christ helps build a more just, more friendly, more humane society, that is closer to the heart of God. 2 days ago
Saint of the Day- St. Aloysius Gonzaga June 21, 2018
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