Three people reflect on how the Ash Wednesday experience enriches their faith.
Central Association of the Miraculous Medal
Lenten Video Series, Day 40: Alive Again
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | April 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In the modern age, it is so easy to become wrapped up in a virtual social world, sliding into sin and temptation. Peter Land tells us that sacrificing this world, even if it seems significant, is nothing in comparison to the life that you will gain in return.
Lenten Video Series, Day 39: Walk By Faith
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | April 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Pat Gillen had a transformative experience in his jail cell. He realized that he was given a chance to make things right.
Lenten Video Series, Day 38: Living Saints
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | April 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Success is not measured in man’s terms, but in God’s terms.
Lenten Video Series, Day 37: All Things New
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | April 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
But what does it really mean to “give something up” or “offer something up” to the Lord?
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 1
by .famvin | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation
Reflections on the symbolism of receiving ashes on this day.
Lenten Video Series, Day 42: Small Sacrifices
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Enjoy this bonus clip from our 2022 Lenten Series: The Joy of Sacrifice!
Lenten Video Series, Day 12: Be the Light
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Take the time to extend a gesture of mercy and sacrifice for others.
Lenten Video Series, Day 11: Reaching Out
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Anne DeSantis, Director of the Raymond Nonnatus Foundation, offers her inspirational thoughts and guidance, not just on Lenten Sacrifice, but how we can learn and grow through sacrifice every day.
Lenten Video Series, Day 10: A Mother’s Love
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
David Slusarick drew tremendous inspiration from the sacrifices made by his mom during times of hardship.
Lenten Video Series, Day 9: The Way
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Like those called to Christ in the Gospel, there comes a time in everyone’s life when God reaches out his hand and asks us to follow him. For Joe Donahue, it meant leaving a comfortable position climbing the corporate ladder.
Lenten Video Series, Day 8: No Greater Love
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Deacon Ryan Nguyen recounts how, on the night before his crucifixion, Christ prayed for joy.
Lenten Video Series, Day 7: Sacré-Cœur
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Sister Cora Caeli, S.V. introduces us to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Lenten Video Series, Day 6: Even a Glimpse
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
It is through the Passion and Crucifixion that Jack Ziegler comes face-to-face with Christ’s sacrifice.
Lenten Video Series, Day 5: Unconditional
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Janet Creeden’s story is one of trial and tragedy, and yet, she was able to put her fate into God’s hands.
Lenten Video Series, Day 4: Called to Give
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 5, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
When fully practicing our faith, there are no half-measures. Phil Tran explains that we can only truly understand joy through sacrifice and unity with Christ.