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Even though it is time to observe the Lenten season, many of us are in no mood for giving up anything more than COVID has already required. The loss of 500,000 Americans, several whom I know personally, is staggering and a somber reminder that life is fragile. The masks, social distancing, limited gatherings, and constrained travel are continual minor sacrifices (spiritual disciplines?) for what we understand is the greater social good. Should we even skip formal Lenten practices this year and call COVID enough?
By Clinton ReeseEven though it is time to observe the Lenten season, many of us are in no mood for giving up anything more than COVID has already required. The loss of 500,000 Americans, several whom I know personally, is staggering and a somber reminder that life is fragile. The masks, social distancing, limited gatherings, and constrained travel are continual minor sacrifices (spiritual disciplines?) for what we understand is the greater social good. Should we even skip formal Lenten practices this year and call COVID enough?