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Today is March 17, the optional memorial of St. Patrick.
At today’s Mass, we read: “O Lord, we are shamefaced, like our kings, our princes, and our fathers, for having sinned against you. But yours, O Lord, our God, are compassion and forgiveness!” (Dn 9:8-9).
Today, the Church celebrates the memorial of St. Patrick of Ireland. Many people will celebrate St. Patrick as a secular holiday with parades, green beer, and chocolate coins. We do not often think of our sins and God’s mercy on St. Paddy’s Day!
However, the real St. Patrick is an example of fighting sin and growing in virtue. He is an example of true Christian holiness. Looking at St. Patrick’s “Confessio,” the Apostle of Ireland leaves us many beautiful meditations for Lent. One in particular is related to today’s reading from Daniel.
Continued below.
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At today’s Mass, we read: “O Lord, we are shamefaced, like our kings, our princes, and our fathers, for having sinned against you. But yours, O Lord, our God, are compassion and forgiveness!” (Dn 9:8-9).
Today, the Church celebrates the memorial of St. Patrick of Ireland. Many people will celebrate St. Patrick as a secular holiday with parades, green beer, and chocolate coins. We do not often think of our sins and God’s mercy on St. Paddy’s Day!
However, the real St. Patrick is an example of fighting sin and growing in virtue. He is an example of true Christian holiness. Looking at St. Patrick’s “Confessio,” the Apostle of Ireland leaves us many beautiful meditations for Lent. One in particular is related to today’s reading from Daniel.
Having confidence in God’s mercy
Continued below.
A Lenten lesson from St. Patrick
St. Patrick’s example of conversion and God’s mercy inspires us to grow in virtue and embrace forgiveness during Lent.
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