When we have too many worldly desires, too many cares and concerns; where will we have room in our hearts for God? So when we decide to observe a fast let it truly be about emptying ourselves so that God can fill our hearts. Let it be about drawing closer to Him. Let it be about contrition for our sins.
Jesus my Lord, I adore thee with all my heart. Whatever sacrifices I do to day, I offer it up for the reparation of my sins and that of my family. And if you deem them worthy enough let it for the sins of the world. In Your most precious name. Amen
First Reading
Isaiah 58:1-9a
Gospel
Matthew 9:14-15
The disciples of John approached Jesus and said, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast much, but your disciples do not fast?” Jesus answered them, “Can the wedding guests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them? The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast.”
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