Lent is a special time of prayer, penance, sacrifice and good works in preparation of the celebration of Easter. Since the earliest times of the Church, there is evidence of some kind of Lenten preparation for Easter. Although the practices may have evolved over the centuries, the focus remains the same: to repent of sin, to renew our faith and to prepare to celebrate joyfully the mysteries of our salvation. Moreover, an emphasis must be placed on performing spiritual works, like attending the Stations of the Cross, attending Mass, making a weekly holy hour before the Blessed Sacrament, taking time for personal prayer and spiritual reading and most especially making a good confession and receiving sacramental absolution.

Do you need to refresh your memory about Lenten regulations? Are you looking for ways to enrich and enhance your Lenten journey? We have spent many hours doing research to provide you with the best Lenten resources. Click on the link below or use the menu on the top of the page to go to our specially prepared LENT page.

Go to the Sacred Heart Lenten Resources page