Here is an inspirational way to look at fasting:
Fast from judging others; feast on the Christ dwelling in them.
Fast from emphasis on differences; feast on the unity of all life.
Fast from thought of illness; feast on the healing power of God.
Fast from words that pollute; feast on the phrases that purify.
Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude.
Fast from anger; feast on patience.
Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism.
Fast from worry; feast on hope.
Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation.
Fast from negatives; feast on affirmatives.
Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness.
Fast from self-concern; feast on compassion for others.
Fast from discouragement; feast on hope.
Fast from suspicion; feast on truth.
Fast from thoughts that weaken; feast on promises that inspire.
(From CCS/AHA Inspirations: A Collection of Reflections, Prayers and Thoughts for the Journey, Seasons & Holidays section)
Welcome! This is a place for St. Andrew women to connect and get to know one another better. Share your favorite lenten recipe, that cute thing your kids did today, prayer request, or need the women of the church might be able to help with. As Great Lent begins, we can inspire one another with words, prayers, recipes, and anecdotes to help us through the journey from the humility of Forgiveness Sunday to the joyous Pascha that awaits us.
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