EPISODE · Apr 4, 2025 · 17 MIN
Fasting vs. Abstinence: Most Catholics Get This Wrong (Fr Cristino)
from Catholic Minute · host Ken Yasinski
Send us Fan MailWhat’s the difference between fasting and abstinence in the Catholic Church—and why does it matter?In this episode, Fr. Cristino joins us to clear up one of the most misunderstood Lenten practices. Many Catholics use the words fasting and abstinence interchangeably, but according to Catholic teaching, they mean two very different things.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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Send us Fan Mail What’s the difference between fasting and abstinence in the Catholic Church—and why does it matter? In this episode, Fr. Cristino joins us to clear up one of the most misunderstood Lenten practices. Many Catholics use the words fasting and abstinence interchangeably, but according to Catholic teaching, they mean two very different things. Support the show Support this show and get all future episodes by email at www.kenandjanelle.com
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