Lenten Retreat with Pope Francis
The season of Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday, is the start of our journey to the joy of Easter, a 'long retreat' in which we can listen to the Word of God.
Why Join?
The 2022 Twitter Lent Tracker revealed that top of the 'giving up for Lent chart' was alcohol, closely followed by Twitter itself.
But Lent is not a 40-day diet challenge. It is a new beginning. "Lent is the favourable season for renewing our encounter with Christ, living in his word, in the sacraments, and in our neighbour" (Pope Francis)
The Programme
Every Sunday and Wednesday in Lent and everyday in Holy Week a series of meditations and questions for reflection, linked to Pope Francis' Message for Lent, will be posted to help us prepare for the joy of the Resurrection.
Liam Kelly
Liam Kelly works at Ampleforth Abbey and is a member of the Hospitality Team.
He has a written a number of books, most recently Lent in 50 Moments, a series of reflections from Ash Wednesday to Easter Wednesday.
Come and See at Ampleforth Abbey: https://www.ampleforthabbey.org.uk/retreats