Pope Francis has reminded the faithful to give up something for Lent only if it demonstrates compassion and enriches others.
Source/Credit: Vatican News
By Linda Bordoni | February 16, 2018
Pope Francis' words of warning against what he called “fake fasting” came during the homily on Friday at morning Mass in the Casa Santa Marta.
When fasting, Pope Francis said, a true Christian must be consistent, not putting himself on show, never despising others or engaging in quarrels or disagreements.
Warning against behavior that is inconsistent with the Lenten spirit, the Pope invited those present to ask themselves how they interact with others.
He reflected on the First Reading of the day that highlights how the fasting that is acceptable to the Lord aims to “release those bound unjustly, untying the thongs of the yoke; setting free the oppressed, breaking every yoke”.
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