Three key pillars characterize the Lenten season: prayer, fasting, and almsgiving (charity). While Lent is often associated with the Catholic faith, many Christiansincluding Protestant and Orthodoxobserve it. Thank You for these insights. Rosary Altar; Senior Group; Knights of Columbus Fr. grace of God, and become worthy of eternal life. What are the three things we do during Lent? It is also usual to make some material sacrifice, one that calls for will-power and self-denial, whether television or social media, foods or treats we particularly like, recreations and other pleasures that we crave in excess, and which keep us from prayer and good works. Sorrowful Mysteries - the suffering and death of Jesus on the Cross (Lent) Glorious Mysteries - the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead to the Crowning of Mary . Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 PM. LIVE-STREAM. What were the three temptations of Jesus? Easter Sunday is April 9. Why is purple the liturgical color of Lent? . navL.className = tLHandle; . } Used with permission. at Fatima) whatever the set of mysteries is in accordance At the midpoint of both of these seasonsGaudete Sunday (the third Sunday of Advent) and Laetare Sunday (the fourth Sunday of Lent)rose vestments are traditionally worn as a sign of joy: we rejoice at the midpoint because we are half-way through the preparation and anticipate the coming joy of Christmas or Easter. About. e.g. } Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Stay up to date with what is happening at Holy Rosary. The Holy Rosary is a powerful prayer devotion which will connect you to the Gospel messages in a profound way. The two go together, since without God we can do nothing (John 15:5). There can be excusing circumstances particular situations where obligations of charity (not offending a host), the lack of other foods, sickness, or having to do physical labor) excuse us from the obligation. some or all of these services may not function properly. Friday Mass Times: 5:15 PM - St. Catherine Of Siena 6 PM - St. Vincent Ferrer Mass and Confession Schedule St. Vincent Ferrer The Church is open daily 7 AM-7 PM Mass Schedule Weekdays: 8 AM, 12:10 PM, 6 PM Saturday: 8 AM, 9:30 AM (Latin), 6 PM (Vigil) You shall obtain all you ask of me by the recitation of the rosary. (985) 626 . what language you prefer).