March 19: Prayer and Fasting

Readings:

Isaiah 65.17-21

John 4.43-54

Readings for Solemnity of St. Joseph

2 Samuel 7.4-5a, 12-14a, 16

Romans 4.13, 16-18, 22

Matthew 1. 16, 18-21, 24a or Luke 2.41-51a

Reflection:

We fast to cultivate the inner life. Authentic fasting draws us nearer to God and opens our hearts to receive God's many gifts.