“Lent comes providentially to reawaken us, to shake us from our lethargy.

— Pope Francis

“Lent is a call to renew a commitment grown dull by a life marked more by routine than by reflection.

— Joan Chittister

February 4, 2024

Ever Ancient, Ever New

Reimagining Lenten Practices for Our Modern Times

The start of Lent is just around the corner, with Ash Wednesday falling on February 14 this year. To enrich your experience of this sacred season, we are pleased to present Ever Ancient, Ever New: Lenten Practices for Our Modern Times, a trio of programs that will lend contemporary relevance to the traditional Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.


Join us as, together, we deepen our understanding of these age-old practices and discover meaningful, impactful actions in service to God’s people and all of creation. Attend in person at Monocacy Manor in Bethlehem, Pa., or from wherever you are via Zoom. Either way, you will have an opportunity to learn, share and reflect in a supportive community of our Sisters and friends.


Select a single program, or register for the entire three-part series. Registration is $20 per session or $50 for the entire series. To register, click the purple Register Online Now button below or call us at 610-867-8890.


Attend In Person or Online!

Join in from wherever you live, as all sessions are available for in-person or online attendance using Zoom. In-person gatherings will be in the first-floor conference room of the former St. Francis Center at Monocacy Manor, 395 Bridle Path Road, Bethlehem PA 18017.

Tuesday, February 20

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Lent Beyond ‘No Chocolate’

We examine prayer, fasting, almsgiving and conversion for individual growth and the common good.

Tuesday, February 27

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Clearing a Path for the Common Good

We explore the importance of conversion and resilience in our relationships with one another and all of creation.

Tuesday, March 5

6:30 to 8 p.m.

What Does God Require of Us?

Consider and discuss what’s next and ask ourselves, “What then shall we do?”

We consider and discuss what’s next and ask ourselves, “What then shall we do?”

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We Send Our Blessings for Peace & All Good in the Week Ahead!