40 Precious Days: Your Collegiate Lenten Journey

What are you doing for Lent this year? In today’s episode, Virginia is exploring the purpose of the 40 days of Lent, and offering practical tips to prepare for this season of repentance. “The observance of Lent is the very badge of the Christian warfare.” - Pope Benedict XIVShe reminds her listeners that Lent isn’t supposed to be a 40-day diet plan: it is an opportunity to course-correct and choose practices that will lead you into a deeper encounter with Christ.Virginia suggests beginning your Lenten preparations by asking God what He wants you to do for Lent. She shares a little about the obligations of fasting and abstinence during Lent, and then offers practical suggestions on other more personal sacrifices you might want to consider, such as removing distractions from your life and focusing on habits that bring you closer to the Lord. She also reminds her listeners that, even during Lent, there will be times of celebration, such as the feasts of St. Patrick, St. Joseph, and the Annunciation, and shares traditional ways to enjoy each one. And finally, Virginia suggests one really unique way to enhance your Lenten experience this year: How can you incorporate the number 40 into your sacrifice? Stay tuned for her unique suggestions at the end of this episode!   Contact Virginia!WebsiteInstagram