fast and abstinence during lent
While the three traditional pillars of Lent are prayer, fasting, and works of charity, Catholics are also reminded of the obligation to:
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abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent. This means that we do not eat meat products on those days. This does not intend the omission of eggs or dairy products.
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fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. This means eating only one full meal on that day. One or two smaller meals may be taken, but may not total one full meal. The required fast does not allow eating anything between meals.
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fast on Good Friday (between the ages of 18 and 59). In addition, all Catholics 14 years of age and older must abstain from meat on Good Friday and all the Fridays of Lent.
lenten reflections
During the Lenten season, we strive to deepen our relationship with Jesus, enabling us to come to know him in a more intimate way and, in so doing, to embrace a life of meaning and purpose that leads to true and lasting fulfillment and peace in this world and the next.​
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Cultivate your understanding of the Season of Lent through a series of weekly scripture quotes, Lenten reflections, Questions and Answers, action steps, and prayers.
worship
Ash Wednesday, February 14
Mass with distribution of ashes.
6:30 a.m., 12:10 p.m. (Pontifical, televised, live-streamed), and 5:30 p.m.
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Stations of the Cross
Accompany our Lord to Calvary and meditate on his suffering as you contemplate your Lenten journey.
Fridays following the 12:10 p.m. Mass. (televised, live-streamed)
pray
Adoration & Evening Prayer
Every Sunday during Lent in the Cathedral Church
Adoration begins following the 5 p.m. Mass; Evening Prayer begins at 6:15 p.m.
Evening Prayer is part of the Liturgy of the Hours, also known as the Divine Office. In the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church fulfills Jesus’ command to “pray always”. Through this prayer, the people of God sanctify the day by continual praise of God and prayers of intercession for the needs of the world. (Broadcast on CTV: Catholic Television following the airing of the Mass on Sunday at 6 p.m. and live-streamed across our social media channels)
repent
To make it as easy as possible for every Catholic to experience the grace of the sacrament of reconciliation, the Cathedral of Saint Peter is participating in a diocesan-wide initiative entitled The Light is On for You. Confessions will be heard every Monday of Lent from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
lenten confession schedule
Monday
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
gather
Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible
Join Deacon Candidate Michelangelo Colaneri and Father Jeff as they show you how to read the Bible so that you can actually understand it. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible will help you discover the story of salvation history and recognize how you fit into God’s plan. $25 donation per person. Register online or phone: 570.344.7231
give
Easter Baskets for Friends of the Poor
We have partnered with Friends of the Poor for their annual Easter Food Giveaway. Please consider making a monetary donation towards the purchase of items and baskets which will be assembled by parish volunteers. Make your donation online, by mail, or in-person by Monday, March 18th.
Saint Vincent de Paul Fund
Established in 2012 through the generosity of our parishioners and friends, the Saint Vincent de Paul fund continues to enable us to assist our area needy, when possible, given the nature of the request. Donations for this fund will be accepted at all Masses during the weekend of March 17th.