Shared these thoughts 2 years ago, at the start of Lent. Still fits so I pass it along once again. Blessings for a Holy Lent — for a time of reflection that draws you closer to your authentic self and to God.
There is a fair amount of chatter these days about how best to observe a Holy Lent. Many people choose the discipline of giving something up – like chocolate or wine or Facebook. Others take something on – a new spiritual discipline, an extra visit to the altar rail for communion or a new 4th Step moral inventory and 5th step admission to oneself, to God and to another human being. Others may wish to make confession to a priest.
On Ash Wednesday, as we marked the beginning of Lent, I avoided the “take-something-on/give-something-up” dichotomy, opting instead simply to be more intentional about time with God, however that may look. That intention continues. But I’ve also decided to give something up and to take something on.
Specifically, I am giving up shame. That corrosive emotion, as I know it, is neither healthy nor helpful. When I give into…
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