How are you Lenting?

I asked the Ora writers how they're moving closer to God in this season of stripping away worldly things so we can obtain the things of eternity. We'd love to hear in the comments section how you're Lenting this year!


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1. What's your Lenten focus for this year (prayer, fasting, almsgiving)?

All of it! If I have to choose one, I would say I’m focusing on intentional prayer, because setting aside time to pray is something I have taken for granted all too often – especially when I’m “busy”. Yet it is precisely when I think I'm too busy that I NEED to pray.

2. How are you implementing your penance? 

Last year during Lent, throughout the day in moments of distress and joy, I would pause and pray: Lord, open my eyes so I can see You. Open my ears so I can hear You.  Open my heart so that I may receive You and witness You to others. When I’ve faltered during this Lenten season (many times!), I reach for this simple prayer. For me, taking just a little bit of time for prayer always leads to wanting/needing/finding more time to spend in prayer.

I’ve also decided to spend some of my Lenten journey getting to know Saint Joseph – it is his year after all. So just as Lent began, I started a consecration to Saint Joseph.  
Also seeking lots of intercession to limit my screen time, my shopping, and my lattes.

3. Generally speaking, what is your favourite way to pray?

I love to sit and ponder scripture; letting the words tumble around in my head and heart while God connects his Word to my lived experience. Wow – that sounds more profound than it feels most days! This often leads to journalling/writing. On other days, when I’m overwhelmed or overtired, sitting in silence with our good and gracious God is also a go-to for me. It feels like the easiest way to be with God; to let God take care of me when I have no words or my thoughts are all jumbled. In the silence, I can give Him space to change, challenge, and cheer me. Though I’m sure some days God would question whether I was truly silent!



Aurea Sadi - Ora Ministry
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