"Each of us, like Mary, stands for God's family, witnessing God's love and faithfulness, and embracing our role as messengers of this Good News," writes Joyce Meyer.
Sr. Maura Aranguren describes the devotion as a source of support for a people facing poverty, political prisoners and broken families. "The procession has become a symbol of unity and hope in times of political, social and economic crisis," she writes.
Theologians' Corner - Today, we are led up the mountain, where God reveals not a demand, but a promise that transformation is possible when we trust and listen.
Horizons - "One thing you need to know about me is I am excited for the year 2033. And no, it's not because I will turn 50 that year," says Kathryn Press. "I'm looking forward to the great Jubilee."
Often, we ask each other, "What is your chosen abstinence during Lent?" But Lent is also a communal journey to overcome the severe symptoms of alienation and loneliness amid our world governed by late capitalism.
Theologians' Corner - The Gospel for the first Sunday of Lent shares the story of the temptation of Jesus in the desert. It raises important questions about how we are to think and go about our life and mission as Christians.
I have noticed that the readings we hear on Ash Wednesday send mixed messages about the observance of the holy season of Lent. This year, I invite you to join me in following both Joel's and Jesus' admonitions.
