As we prepare for these forty days, we may ask ourselves: What is God calling me to this Lent? How can I open my heart to His grace? Lent is not about perfection, but about progress—about taking small, meaningful steps toward holiness. It is a journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, where we allow God to work in us.
Lent is a time to listen to the voice of God in the quiet of our hearts. The more we pray, the more we recognize His presence in our lives.
Fasting is more than giving something up—it is about creating space for God. By letting go of worldly distractions, we make room for His transforming love.
Almsgiving is an act of love in action—a way to bring Christ’s compassion into the world.
Lent is a gift. It is an opportunity to start again, to grow, and to prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter. Let us embrace these forty days with courage, faith, and hope, trusting that God will do great things in us.
May St. Joseph, our spiritual father, guide us in this Lenten journey, leading us ever closer to Christ.