Blog Posts on penitential

“Brothers” or “Sisters” by Liturgy of The Catholic Church on Jan 23, 2012And More on Breast-Beating ROME, JAN. 10, 2012 (Zenit.org).- Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy at the Regina Apostolorum university. Q1: During the celebration of the Eucharist, when the Confiteor is said...

53. Give up Vanity by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 13, 2011Can you give up using perfume or cologne for a day? Just have an after-shower natural smell while still maintaining proper hygiene. Use deodorant; otherwise, you might giving others their penance. You may also give up for a day your jewelries even ma...

51. Talk to a person you are not at ease talking to (or a stranger) by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 10, 2011Talk to somebody whom you are not at ease talking to. It doesn't matter how long or what's the topic of the conversation; just talk to that person. If this suggestion does not fit you since you are in good terms with everyone, send an e-mail or...

50. Give up your Dessert by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 9, 2011We may give up our favorite dessert including all kinds of sweets and fruits.

46. Give up Beverages by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 8, 2011Give up soft drinks, fast food, wine, tea or coffee. Give the money you save to charity or others in crisis.

47. Be always grateful by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 8, 2011Cultivate a life of gratitude. Write someone a thank you letter each week and be aware of how many people have helped you along the way.

44. Read a chapter of the Bible everyday by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 8, 2011Read one chapter in the Bible each day. (Matthew's a good book to start with. Psalms, too.)...

42. Electronic Fasting by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 8, 2011Electronic fasting means giving up the TV, i-pod, texting, tweeeting, e-mail, facebook and all electronic gadgets for a day or a day every week, or even everyday of Lent!  Use the time to read and pray.

45.Forgive by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 8, 2011Forgive someone who did something wrong to you (maybe even yourself.)...

39. Stop Complaining by 100 Things to do for Lent and Easter on Mar 5, 2011Think positive. Reflect on why things happened that way instead of complaining. There is so much to be thankful for.So how to stop complaining and criticizing?source: http://www.spiritualpub.com/5-ways-to-stop-complaining-and-criticizing-unnecessaril...