Virtue & Spiritual Disciplines

4 Reasons for Fasting

by Fr. Mike Schmitz

Photo by Finding Dan | Dan Grinwis on Unsplash

Why do we fast? Fr. Mike explains that it’s not about getting more love and attention from God. Fasting is about self-mastery, discernment, sacrifice, and being a co-redeemer with Jesus. In this video, Fr. Mike dives deeper into these four reasons, helping you make the most of your fasting this Lent.

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