MF20 The Lenten Fast (Pope Francis)

The Lenten Fast…

(in the words of Pope Francis)

  • Fast from hurting words, say kind words.
  • Fast from sadness, and be filled with gratitude.
  • Fast from anger, be filled with patience.
  • Fast from pessimism, and be filled with hope.
  • Fast from worries, and have trust in God.
  • Fast from complaints, and contemplate simplicity.
  • Fast from pressures, and be prayerful.
  • Fast from bitterness, and be compassionate to others.
  • Fast from grudges, and be reconciled.
  • Fast from words, and be silent so you can listen.