During Lent, the Church invites us to purify our souls so we can begin again at Easter. We do this in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and by converting our hearts, our goods, and our time to God's purposes.
Convert heart
Jesus sparks renewal in a contrite heart, one that acknowledges its weaknesses and sins and is prepared to change. True conversion is demonstrated when we put new heart into our work or study and in the way we care for our family or friends. when we make life more pleasant for those around us and make our work more effective, we strengthen our conversion.
Convert goods
Earthly goods are not bad in themselves, but we can't focus on acquiring goods and still be dedicated to holiness. Christ can't fill a heart bogged down with earthly distractions. Instead, convert your possessions into instruments for God's purposes. What God can't use, give away.
Convert time
Picture Lent as a time when Christ is calling each of us to draw closer to Christ, we will always find the strength to overcome the weaknesses and defects in ourselves that we can't conquer on our own. Use whatever free time you may have this season to pray, mediate, and read about Christ to learn and love him better.
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