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because Jesus went into the desert for 40 days to fast and pray. he gave up food, so you give up something that is important to you or that you use on a daily basis to kind of mimick Jesus' sacrafice of food.
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How can catholics pray during lent?
pray like normal
Can Christians use Rosary Beads in Lent?
Rosary is a prayer, so Christian can pray anytime they want to during their life, including Lent.
Why do you not pray the 15 station of the cross?
Because it is Lent, and the 15th Station of the Cross is the resurrection, which happens AFTER Lent.
Why do some Christians fast during Lent?
Some Christians fast during lent to put their focus on God. They want to "give something up" for God. During the time they would be doing the activity their fasting from, they would pray or read their Bible to grow closer to God.
How can you spend Lent and Christmas more meaningfully?
Pray, and contemplate the meaning of Lent and Christmas. Apply the meaning to your life.
What are the things that people do during lent?
All the Christians fast, pray to God and give up something that is very important to them (such as some foods or activities)
What are the 2 special ways to pray during lent?
You are encouraged to give up some habit that you love: like chocolate cake or smoking for example for the duration of lent.
What prayer of the mass is omitted during Lent?
The Gloria is not said or sung and the Alleluia is not said during Lent.
When is there no mass celebrated during lent?
there is never no mass celebrated during lent
When prayers and practices are associated with lent?
During Lent.
Can Catholics have pies during Lent?
Yes, Catholics may eat pies during Lent unless they are meat pies and those may not be eaten on Fridays during Lent.
Can I get married between orthodox Lent and orthodox Easter?
No, you cannot get married during the period when Orthodox Lent begins and Orthodox Easter, as Great Lent is a period of mourning and fasting. You can get married before Lent or after Easter, but not during Lent.
