What is Lent truly about? In this special reflection, we explore how the 40 days of Lent are not merely a ritual, but a biblical call to reset, reflect, and renew. From Jesus’ wilderness journey to the stories of Noah, Moses, and Isaiah, Lent invites us into a deeper encounter with God.

Through this journey, we are reminded that Lent is not only about giving up, but about taking up a life rooted more deeply in prayer, sacrifice, and purpose.

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Today’s Scripture reflections for the Thursday after Ash Wednesday:

First Reading (Deuteronomy 30:15-20): Moses calls the people to choose life by loving and following God’s commandments.

Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 1:1-2, 3, 4 and 6): Blessed are those who hope in the Lord, rooted deeply in His ways.

Gospel (Luke 9:22-25): Jesus calls His disciples to pick up their cross daily and follow Him, teaching that true life is found through sacrifice.

Through these readings, we are reminded of the daily invitation to choose Christ, to embrace the cross, and to trust in the path that leads to life.

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Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a sacred time of repentance and renewal. But what is the deeper meaning behind the ashes placed upon our foreheads?

In this special reflection, we unveil the biblical significance of ashes through the stories of Job, Daniel, Nineveh, and Christ’s time in the wilderness. More than a tradition, Ash Wednesday is a call to humility, repentance, and the hope of new life.

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Step into Lent with us on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Today’s readings call us to repentance, mercy, and a deeper walk with God:

First Reading (Joel 2:12-18): Rend your hearts and return to God’s mercy.

Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 51:3-4, 5-6ab, 12-13, 14 and 17): “Be merciful, O Lord, for we have sinned.”

Second Reading (2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2): Now is the time for reconciliation and salvation.

Gospel (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18): Practice prayer, fasting, and almsgiving humbly before God.

Through these powerful Scriptures, we are called to begin Lent with sincerity, humility, and a renewed commitment to God’s mercy.

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Today’s Scripture reflections:

First Reading (Sirach 35:1-12): The true meaning of worship and sacrifice, offering with a sincere and generous heart.

Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 50:5-6, 7-8, 14, 23): God delights not in empty offerings, but in hearts that live with gratitude and uprightness.

Gospel (Mark 10:28-31): Jesus promises abundant reward for those who leave everything behind to follow Him.

Through these readings, we are reminded of the call to live lives of true worship, sacrifice for Christ, and trust in His faithful promises.

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Today’s Scripture reflections:

First Reading (Sirach 17:20-24): God’s abundant mercy calls us to repentance and offers hope to those who return to Him.

Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 32:1-2, 5, 6-7): The joy of forgiveness and the blessedness of those who trust in God’s protection.

Gospel (Mark 10:17-27): Jesus teaches on the necessity of detachment from worldly possessions to enter the Kingdom of God, and the grace that makes salvation possible.

Through these readings, we are invited to trust in God’s mercy, practice detachment, and follow Christ wholeheartedly with gratitude and faith.

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Join us for today's Scripture reflections for the Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time:

📖 First Reading (Sirach 27:4-7) — Our words reveal the true state of our hearts; integrity is tested by the way we speak.
📖 Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 92:2-3, 13-16) — The righteous flourish like the palm tree, rooted in trust and God's faithfulness.
📖 Second Reading (1 Corinthians 15:54-58) — Christ's victory over death calls us to live steadfastly, anchored in faith and thanksgiving.
📖 Gospel (Luke 6:39-45) — Jesus teaches that a good heart bears good fruit; humility and self-awareness are essential to following Him.

These readings remind us of the importance of humility, integrity, and trust in God's promises. As we grow in Christ, we are called to bear lasting fruit in our daily lives.

🙏 Reflection: How can you cultivate a heart that bears good fruit through humility, gratitude, and steadfast trust?

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Join us for today's Scripture reflections:

📖 First Reading (Sirach 17:1-15) — God's creation of humanity in His image and His everlasting covenant.

📖 Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 103:13-18) — A song of God's endless compassion toward His faithful children.

📖 Gospel (Mark 10:13-16) — Jesus welcomes the little children, teaching us to trust and receive the Kingdom of God with childlike humility.

Through these powerful readings, we are reminded of God's boundless love, the dignity we are given as His children, and the importance of simple, trusting faith.

🙏 Reflection: How can we trust God more like a child today?

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