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I hope you are all having a beautiful Holy Thursday, as we move into the three highest holy days of the year--Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter (known as the Triduum).
Rather than focus on giving up a favorite treat for Lent this year, I tried to focus on prayer and scripture, reading and contemplating a few times throughout the day.
As imperfect as I did so, I learned a very important lesson this year. Rather than centering my focus on, say, doughnuts (or my lack thereof), I found myself truly focusing on God.
This caused a big shift in my focus during Lent, and it moved me closer to God (in a way sweets just can't do!)
I created a habit I hope to continue beyond Easter, but I must say, it did require me to become more self-aware of my old habits and how I spend my time. And, interestingly, it did require some self-sacrifice as I had to make some changes.
I hope I do even better in the future as I continue to ask myself, "Is this moving me closer to God?" when faced with a decision about how to spend my time.
Janet Cassidy
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I am a Catholic blogger who holds an M.A. in theology from Augustine Institute. I have worked in Catholic ministry as a Catechist, Pastoral Associate, Director of (parish) Adult Formation, Director of RCIA/Religious Education and am a Lay Ecclesial Minister. I am a former radio show host and former columnist for The Catholic Times. I have been married for over 40 years; my husband and I have three adult children whom we homeschooled. I am passionate about sharing God's Word as a speaker and writer, wherever God leads me.
