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Lent

Lenten Activities and Resources

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Lenten Activities 

Here is the post for all things Lent. We will share resources, articles, videos, crafts, ideas, and history of various Lenten traditions and experiences. Check back often as we will add more items as they come. 

Preparing for Lent 

There are various ways to prepare for and celebrate Lent in preparation for Easter. How can your household grow in prayer, fast from things that distract you from Jesus, and make a plan to support those in need; the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving? Find ideas to live Lent here.
Diocese of Des Moines Lenten Resources
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FORMED 

Use the interactive calendar below to find more Lenten resources from FORMED. 
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Daily Bread

Based on Dr. Brant Pitre's book, Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist, Daily Bread will radically transform your parish's love for the Blessed Sacrament. This series explores the biblical roots of the Eucharist and how early Christians understood it as the fulfillment of Old Testament promises. 
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Daily Bread

Lent with Brother Francis 
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Lent with Brother Francis
Brother Francis: Let's Learn About Lent

Drawing Closer to God: A Catholic Art Show for Kids 
Drawing Closer to God

Fasting for Lent: 11 ideas for what kids and teens can give up

Fasting and abstinence are the practice of giving up something good in order to turn away from sin and draw closer to God. Find ways to encourage kids here. 
11 ideas for kids and teens

Porridge Recipes 

Join Father Mark in his Lenten sacrifice to fast on Wednesdays and Fridays and eat porridge. You can find some yummy porridge recipes here to try this Lenten season. 
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Perfect Porridge
Jamaican Cornmeal Porridge
All Recipes Porridge
Porridge Charlotte's Oates
Best Breakfast Porridge
Porridge Sophie Thompson's Bars

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  • Lent
  • February Main
    • February at Home
  • January Main
    • January at Home
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  • Advent
  • Christmas
  • November Main
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