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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2022 · 1H 26M

Why Penances? Understanding Lent, Fasting, Almsgiving

from Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar · host The Marian Fathers

Each week, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, director of the Association of Marian Helpers, examines in-depth an essential element of faith and morals that Catholics are called to proclaim, live, and celebrate. With wisdom, wit, and infectious enthusiasm, Fr. Chris digs deep into the richness, beauty, and truth of the faith that continues to transform hearts and lead people to God. May this podcast encourage your love of our Lord and love of your neighbor, especially of your brethren in the Church.Support our Ministries here. 

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It is an obligation of the Church on certain days to Fast and Abstain from meat, and to pray and do almsgiving every day. So why do we do penances and what is the meaning within and outside of Lent? Fr. Chris Alar explains.

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