V. Rev. Lewis S. Fiorelli, OSFS, on the Imposition of Ashes at the Beginning of Lent

"Next Wednesday Lent begins as it always does, with the imposition of ashes.  Why ashes? The Old Testament speaks of three important spiritual attitudes associated with ashes: mortality, repentance, and intercessory prayer. "

In a recent commentary, V. Rev. Lewis S. Fiorelli, OSFS, reflected on these three spiritual attributes associated with the imposition of ashes.   .

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De Sales Weekly: Provincial’s Reflection: Lent 2022 (24 FEB 22)