Letters From Home Friday After Ash Wednesday - Dr. John Bergsma
Feb 20, 2026
A lively walk through Lenten practices and the Friday abstinence tradition. Exploration of Isaiah 58’s call to pair fasting with justice. Practical ideas for almsgiving and forming lasting habits. Close readings of Psalm 51 on sin and Matthew 9 on Jesus as the bridegroom preparing listeners for the Passion.
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Lean Into Lenten Practices
- Do lean into your Lenten practices and examine your conscience regularly during Lent.
- Try to develop charitable habits of time and treasure during Lent so they continue year-round.
Fasting Connected To Justice
- Isaiah 58 links fasting to justice and charity, not mere personal mortification.
- The Jubilee theme shows fasting should free debtors and aid the oppressed, expressing communal repentance.
Start Charitable Habits Now
- Do give your time and treasure to local charities like soup kitchens, St. Vincent de Paul, or homeless missions during Lent.
- Try forming these charitable practices during Lent so they become lifelong habits.