Lent is like a mini course in Christian living. We recognize our mortal, fallen state with the ashes we receive on Ash Wednesday. The sign of the cross traced with the ashes reminds us that the Lord is the answer. With his help, we resist temptations and seek to be transfigured as we walk with the Lord in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. This process should not end with Easter Sunday. It should continue for life-even if it is not always easy or convenient.

Palm Sunday and the other celebrations of Holy week are longer and more complicated than usual. They demand more from us than usual. At the same time, they reveal just how much the Lord has done and will do for us. As we make time and an extra effort to walk with Jesus this coming week, let us see how much He Loves us and make the commitment to always keep walking with Him.    

Fr. Mike Ronayne