"Fasting, praying and almsgiving are the three penitential practices that we are asked to engage in during Lent. In addition to fasting and abstaining with the rest of the Church on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays of Lent, we are also challenged to make individual sacrifices appropriate to our own spiritual condition. However, before we choose something to give up for Lent, it’s important to assess our current spiritual state:..."

One dad's humorous account of sacrificing during Lent and finding the meaning in his actions and sacrifice.

If Jesus is in the bread, why do we eat Him? This question touches the heart of our faith and ponders the very nature of who God is and what His relationship with us is. The people of Jesus’ time asked this question as well. To begin to understand this mystery, which is the very center of our faith, we need to contemplate several theological truths....(read the full blog for an inspiring and insightful explanation)

First Year Confirmation students are able to ask questions in class or anonymously via a question box to then be answered by our Catechists. November's question, answered by LisaMarie is: Why does nobody smile during Mass if the Church is all about the joy of God?

You can only give what you yourself have and you can only lead where you've been. It's a solid motto in ministry when working with our volunteer leaders. I think there's truth to this when it comes to parents forming the faith of their children as well, but in the busyness of life and parenthood, how do you take time to care for your own faith and spirituality?

"Just as different seasons of the weather bring back different memories and experiences for each of us, the seasons of the Liturgical calendar can also instill memories and experiences that add meaning to our faith. Visual symbolism and spiritual ritualism can help us create robust rhythms of prayer and deepen not only our understanding of the Catholic faith, but also deep our relationship with God. Here are some keys to celebrating the liturgical seasons at home as a family..."

St. Denis is now on Facebook and Twitter.

Ride share service to weekend Masses at St. Denis and Our Lady of the Wayside. Over twenty people have already volunteered to be drivers. We need two days advance notice to assign volunteer drivers. Call the St. Denis office, (650) 854-5976, M/F, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, or (650) 323-1172, anytime. Drivers can stay after Mass for social hours (coffee/donuts) for a limited time.

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