Fifth Sunday of Lent: A Grain of Wheat Must Die

Our Catholic faith teaches us to deny ourselves - a counter-cultural idea for our modern world. Janet & Bridgett discuss how the concept of dying to self can lead to spiritual fulfillment and make space for all that God has in store for our lives.Resources:Fifth Sunday of Lent GospelIgnatius Catholic Study Bible New TestamentKreeft, Peter. Food for the Soul: Reflections on the Mass Readings Cycle B.  Word on Fire, 2023.Unless a Grain of Wheat by Tim ReidyFifth Sunday of Lent-Unless We Become Grains of Wheat by Carl E. OlsonBaby Steps:Needing God is not a weakness - we are made to draw close to him!What does it mean to you when we say "deny yourself" or "offer it up"? If this is difficult for you, talk to God about it.No matter what you do this Lenten season, allow God to be with you and help you through it!If your Lenten journey has not been what you hoped, it's not too late for a reset.Email us: [email protected] episodes: https://hearingwiththeheart.buzzsprout.comChurch of the Ascension: www.ascensionvb.org/podcastSend us Fan MailThanks for joining us. Have a blessed day!