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What the Fast Does

    It’s not what we give up. It’s what we go after.   “Prayer is reaching out and after the unseen; fasting, letting go of all that is seen and temporal. Fasting helps express, deepens, confirms the resolution that … Continue reading

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Let the Fast Begin

Lent starts this Wednesday–40 days (not counting Sundays) before Easter. A season of preparation. A time of prayer and fasting. Yes, fasting. What do you know about fasting? No food Sacrifice Not for me Fasting is less about giving something … Continue reading

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Lead Us Not into Temptation (Monday)

  Traditionally, Christians fast during this time before Easter. Did you give up something for Lent?     No meat on Fridays for me I gave up sweets I’m fasting from Facebook and Twitter Without the spiritual component, fasting from … Continue reading

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