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11 AM Sunday Mass - First Sunday of Lent - Into the Desert

INTO THE DESERT Our Lenten journey of forty days mirrors Jesus’ forty day fast in the desert, when he is tempted by the devil. Even though we know the temptations are lies, empty of meaning and distracting from our true purpose, we are nonetheless vulnerable. Like Adam and Eve in the garden, I am continually invited to choose my own will or to trust in the will of God. In the moment of temptation, the world shrinks, and what I want becomes far more important than what I truly need or what God wants for me. During this season of Lent, we slow things down a bit, take deeper breaths, and intentionally seek God’s will. This is what it means to persevere in faith. Let us journey with Jesus these forty days in the desert. Let us listen, with our hearts, to the voice of God, the Spirit of God within us. From that place of quiet and stillness, we can join Jesus in saying no to the temptations and saying yes to God’s love for us. The disciplines of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can help us make the season of Lent a joyful walk in the light of life, rather than a fearful hike in the shadows of death. Staying connected to God’s Spirit and to each other is a rewarding preparation for the celebration of Easter when these forty days are done. God bless you. Saint Josephine Bakhita, you are with us. Fr. Mitch St. Josephine Bakhita Live Stream Welcome to the live stream of St. Josephine Bakhita Parish! Join us as we open wide our doors and hearts to worship, evangelize, and serve all God's people. Experience uplifting liturgies, inspiring homilies, and a welcoming community rooted in faith and love. Whether you're here to celebrate Mass, reflect on the Gospel, or find a moment of peace and prayer, we are blessed to have you with us. Let us come together in unity, embracing the spirit of St. Josephine Bakhita, as we grow as family through worship, service, and sharing the Good News. Thank you for being part of our online faith community! Stay connected, share your intentions, and let the love of Christ guide us all. "St. Josephine Bakhita, you are with us." Learn more about us at stbakhitastl.org Follow us on social media: @stbakhitastl