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What are the Church's rules for Lent?

Published: February 13, 2010   

Abstinence
No meat can be taken by those 14 and older on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent.

Fasting
A limit of one full meatless meal by those 18-59 on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.

Self-Denial
Voluntary acts of self-denial are recommended on weekdays during Lent.

Prayer and Charity
Can include daily Mass, Scripture study, Stations of the Cross, almsgiving and showing mercy and kindness to others.


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