Lent brings us to the Cross of Jesus Christ - the heart of our Faith. Starting Ash Wednesday, you'll learn to surrender to God through the adoption of four daily challenges:

• Daily physical exercise

• A dietary fast

• Daily reading of Scripture

• A nightly Examen of Conscience

Why:

God created us with a body and a soul, and both are necessarily engaged in the spiritual journey. The Lenten disciplines found in Crux challenge our physical and spiritual weaknesses, providing us opportunities for growth in both areas. 

Led by Fr. Columba Jordan, this Lent is not just about 'giving up’ - but about being 'filled up' in a new way!

When:

• Starts Wednesday, February 18 - Ash Wednesday

• Ends on Sunday, April 5 - Easter Sunday

How:

• The Crux Book: Pick up your devotional book with daily reflections in the front office during regular office hours. We are asking for a $5 donation.

• Crux Sunday videos: Available through the Ascension Press website for free: https://ascensionpress.com/pages/crux

• Crux Daily videos: Available through an app on your smartphone. Fees apply.

• Crux Weekly Small Groups:

  • Mondays at 3:00pm led by Laura Stierman in Mother Seton Hall

  • Tuesdays at 7:45pm with Paul Rabaey in Guardian Angels room [men only]

  • Tuesdays at 5:45pm with Lindsey Andrea in the Library [women 18-35 only - They are using the Blessed Is She devotional at a $25 additional cost.]

  • Other open groups are TBD - Let Laura know if you're interested!

• Optional Crux Journal: Purchase through the Ascension Press website.