Monday of the First Week of Lent

It's only a few days since Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. If you made any spiritual promises, I hope that they haven't fallen by the wayside already. You know - the best of intentions.

Before you burden yourself with all kinds of heavy burdens, I suggest that you first look at and review your responsibilities with regard to your state in life. Are you doing what you are supposed to be doing well? Only after you have sharpened the edge of your daily "should do's", ought you take on added pious practices and prayers.

So, Prayer - Fasting - Almsgiving.
1) Did you pray today in some way? Did you check in with the Lord? You don't have time??? What did you do in the car as you were stopped in traffic, etc.?
2) How about one bite less, one drink less, one cigarette less,- you get the gist of the suggestion.
3) The Operation Rice Bowl says it all. Putting a few cents aside (I really did say "cents") can alleviate hunger right here at home.

Pax et Bonum!