The Meaning of Ashes
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Faith on Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Benedict the XVI is a wonderful teacher and I love it when he preaches on the significance of the symbols of the liturgy.
He did that this morning in his homily for Ash Wednesday.
He starts with the basics: the significance of ashes for the people of Israel, and then their role in our liturgy.
The ashes are not a sacramental sign, but they are linked with prayer and the sanctification of the Christian... READ MORE
Wash Or Wear?
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Faith on Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Here’s one of those little prudential matters where I’m pretty sure the Lord honors our intentions, however we decide.
I’m curious what your practice is though. Do you typically wear your ashes all day?
Fr. Philip Neri, O.P. says Wash Your Face!
fast privately without being gloomy, without neglecting your appearance; anoint your head and WASH YOUR FACE! Do you think the Lord is going to smile on... READ MORE
Lent 2011: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
Posted by Lynn Wehner in Faith on Wednesday, March 09, 2011
It’s Ash Wednesday. So of course I’ve decided what to “do” and “not do” for Lent 2011. Or so I thought.
All set. Got it covered. It’s gonna be great. Er, or not.
Every time I’ve turned around during the last 2 days, I’ve see another great post or I’m privy to another lively conversation in which people are saying, “Here are some ideas for enriching your Lenten journey.” It’s a tremendous blessing... READ MORE
Ash Wednesday With The Pope
Posted by Rebecca Teti in Faith on Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Pope Benedict XVI received his ashes this morning.
Two Roman traditions for Ash Wednesday:
In Italy, ashes are sprinkled on the top of the head instead of “crossed” onto the forehead.
In order to strengthen the sense of community among the churches in Rome, the custom developed for the various prayer services of Lent, Holy Week and Easter to be held at different “stations.”
That way, by the end... READ MORE
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