One of the common misconceptions about Lent is that Lent is a season focused exclusively upon the individual. What am "I" giving up for Lent? As someone once said: "The New Testament knows nothing of a solitary Christian."

Lent underscores our need for Christian comradeship and fellowship throughout our life but especially during our 40-day pilgrimage…from recognition of our frailties to the level of our celebration in Easter's victory.