Daily Message from Pope Francis – A Fast That Will Not Make You Hungry

FRIDAY, MARCH 5, 2021

“I wish everyone a good journey in this Season of Lent. And I recommend you fast, a fast that will not make you hungry: a fast from gossip and slander. It is a special way. In this Lent I will not speak ill of others; I will not gossip… And we can all do this, everyone. This is a good fast. And do not forget that it will also be helpful to read a passage of the Gospel, to carry a small Gospel in your pocket, in your purse, and pick it up when you can, any passage. This will make the heart open to the Lord.” Pope Francis


The Bible in a Year – Day 292 – The Power of Words

As we continue our journey in 1 Maccabees, Fr. Mike explains that this book of the Bible is unlike others because it narrates stories and events without providing any interpretation. In Sirach, Fr. Mike stresses the teaching on the power of our words and the gravity of gossip and slander. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 11, Sirach 28-29, and Proverbs 23:9-12.

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