Prepare now to make Lent 2022 a fruitful journey to Easter and beyond!
Take advantage of the many opportunities available both online and in-person as you deepen your relationship with God throughout these forty days! Check out the list of resources and ideas that we’ve gathered below for inspiration for your own Lenten observances. Whether you’re journeying with us in person or online, there is something for everyone here!
Join us for a special Little Rock Scripture Study series titled LENT: Season of Transformation. Students will explore three key moments in the life and ministry of Jesus.
Class begins: Tuesday, March 1 and ends on Tuesday, March 29.
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. or 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Place: Freude Room, St. Margaret Mary Parish Center
Cost: $7.00 - Pay at the first class
Register: Call Arlene at 724-594-0020 or goldenae@mac.com
Too many people have a cold, impersonal faith. In Into His Likeness, Dr. Edward Sri shatters this view and leads us on a breathtaking journey into a personal relationship with Jesus. Into His Likeness provides an approachable but in-depth exploration of how to live as a disciple and experience the transformation Jesus wants to work in our lives.
Classes Meet: Thursdays starting March 3 and continuing for 6 weeks.
Time: 7:00 PM
Place: Disciples Center, Mt. St. Peter Church or via ZOOM
Cost: $4.00
Register: Contact Jamie Dillon through the parish office at 724-335-2336 or jdillon@dioceseofgreensburg.org
This course will also be offered during the Monday night Finding God sessions during Lent at St. Margaret Mary Church. Please contact Jamie for more information.
It is often through the deepest suffering that God teaches us the deepest lessons. As we trust Him through our trials, we come to a greater affirmation of His love and sovereignty. This study is based on a book by Elisabeth Elliot and will be led by Jamie Dillon.
Classes Meet: Thursdays starting March 3 and continuing for 6 weeks.
Time: 1:00 PM
Place: Disciples Center, Mt. St. Peter Church or via ZOOM
Cost: Please order the book on Amazon. No additional fee.
Register: Contact Jamie Dillon through the parish office at 724-335-2336 or jdillon@dioceseofgreensburg.org
Kevin Bode is leading a video series at The Knead Café on Sunday nights called Metanoia by Father Dave Pivonka. It is beautifully filmed in Israel. It will begin on February 20 and end on April 3. All are welcome to join and invite anyone else who might be interested. Register at Ksbode@gmail.com or by calling the Mt. St. Peter Formation Office at 724-335-9877 x 6207.
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Check out this video by Busted Halo that explains the significance of Lent as a season of prayer, fasting, and giving, and how you can make the most of this time of repentance and renewal.
Video provided courtesy of Busted Halo. All rights reserved.
Virtual Eucharistic Adoration with Fr.Ken - Watch Any Time
Start the video above to experience Virtual Eucharistic Adoration at St. Margaret Mary Church. Spend 30 minutes in quiet prayer with the Blessed Sacrament and Fr. Ken. Video can be played with or without sound, depending on your preference. Let’s spend time with God this Lent.
Stations of the Cross 2022 Regional Schedule
St. Margaret Mary Church
7:00 PM every Tuesday during Lent
Stations with Benediction
St. Joseph Church
After the 12:00 NN Mass every Wednesday during Lent
Mt. St. Peter Church
After the 12:00 NN Mass every Friday during Lent
Stations of the Cross at SMM - Watch Any Time
Can’t make it to Stations in person? Start the video to view our recorded Stations of the Cross service from March 8, 2022 with Fr. Ken as the presider. Stations ends with roughly 15 minutes of Adoration and Benediction.
Here’s a way to use social media to help you on your Lenten journey! Join in the 2022 Instalent Photo Challenge from Busted Halo!
Participation is easy. Each day you take a photo that fits the day’s theme, post it on your preferred social media platform (Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook), and tag #BHLent2022 and @bustedhalo. The theme is different for each day, and some of the themes require personal reflection to complete.
It’s a great way to challenge yourself and share your Lenten journey with others on the same path!
This Lent, we invite you to journey with Dr. Tim Gray by signing up for FORMED Daily Lenten Reflections. Each day you will receive in your inbox a short video which features Dr. Gray commenting on the daily Mass readings, explaining the Scriptures, and providing you with concrete ideas on how to apply them to your Christian life. Sign up today for free.
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Lenten afternoon of reflection and prayer April 3 at St. Barbara Parish, Harrison City
The Ladies Guild of St. Barbara Parish, Harrison City, will host a Lenten afternoon of reflection and prayer Sunday, April 3, from 1-3 p.m. Deacon William M. Newhouse will be the presenter. Refreshments will be served. Reservations are due March 27 by calling 724-744-3171 or 724-744-1019.
Lenten series scheduled at St. James Parish, New Alexandria
St. James Parish, New Alexandria, will host a Lenten formation series for young adults and adults Tuesdays, March 8-29, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the social hall. The video program, “Symbolon – The Catholic Faith Explained,” is narrated by acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Dr. Edward Sri. Sri and 25 experts clearly and comprehensively explain the Catholic faith in a way that helps us to know it, live it and articulate it to others. Care will be provided for very young children. To arrange child care, email cbailey@DioceseofGreensburg.org.
Access Bishop Barron’s daily Lenten Gospel Reflections online.
Sign up to receive daily emails with Bishop Barron’s reflections. It’s free and an easy way to get daily reminders to spend some time reading Scripture and reflecting on what it means for our lives.
Sign up for the Best Lent Ever 2.0 program through Dynamic Catholic. It's a free email program that will send you short inspirational videos, reflections, and mini-challenges every day of Lent.
Follow along with world-renowned author and speaker Matthew Kelly (author of Resisting Happiness and Rediscover Jesus) to discover ways to transform your life in forty days.
Visit the BustedHalo website for their 2022 Fast • Pray • Give Calendar for daily inspirational quotes, mini challenges, and so much more. They even have a list of 25 Great Things You Can Do for Lent and thoughtful Lenten reflection articles to guide your Lenten journey.
Check out Creighton University’s Praying Lent website for everything from daily prayers and meditations to audio reflections and even recipes and suggestions for “cooking Lent.”
Enter into a visual prayer experience with Arts & Faith: Lent through Loyola Press. Each week they provide a video commentary about a work of art inspired by the Sunday Scriptures. Use these videos to take a new look at this season of spiritual renewal through the lens of sacred art.
Learn more about Lent in a funny and engaging way by watching videos from Fr. Mike Schmitz and Ascension Presents. Check out the video links below to get started.
View the entire Ascension Presents Lent playlist (contains videos from Fr. Mike as well as other Ascension Presents members)