The fasting that I wish

“This, rather, is the fasting that I wish: releasing those bound unjustly, untying the thongs of the yoke; Setting free the oppressed, breaking every yoke; Sharing your bread with the hungry, sheltering the oppressed and the homeless; Clothing the naked when you see them, and not turning your back on your own.” (IS 58: 6-7)

When we make promises for Lent, we are often focused on some details like no FB, no sweets or less television or social media. But more important is to ask HIM what is the fasting He wishes from me? Maybe our steps from the Program will be more appropriate fasting? Maybe a new level of gentleness or respect will be better instead of being focused on MY achievements? Ask Him and He will show you what “is the fasting that He wish[es].”

“Seek good and not evil so that you may live, and the Lord will be with you.” (Gospel Acclamation