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ashes for ash wednesday at the beginning of lent

Lent isn’t just about fasting: The call to increased prayer, penance and almsgiving

Lent is a time of penance and preparation for Easter, calling Catholics to embrace prayer, fasting and almsgiving as the pillars of spiritual renewal. While fasting often receives primary emphasis, the Church invites us to a holistic approach that integrates all three practices, deepening our spiritual lives and fostering a closer relationship with God.

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dr mary healy giving a lecture

Saint Paul Seminary to host Dr. Mary Healy for April 22 discussion on how to treat sacred Scripture

The Saint Paul Seminary is set to host its annual Archbishop John Ireland Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in the University of St. Thomas’ O’Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium, featuring renowned biblical scholar Dr. Mary Healy. Known for her dynamic teaching and deep insight into sacred Scripture, Healy will present on the topic “Unsheathing the Sword: Reclaiming the Authority of Sacred Scripture.”

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