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We have entered into the lent season. Why church observes lent or what is the relevance behind its observation, such questions often comes into our mind. As per Eastern churches, lent is a period of repentance, transformation and above all a preparation for the resurrection day. In short it is the time to recognize ones priority and do certain rectification wherever needed.

The Marthoma church observes five Lents.

These are as follows.

  1. Eruvatthanju lent (December 1-25)
  2. Munnu Lent (3 week prior to the big lent, starts from Monday to Thursday)
  3. Valiaya Lent (Changes every year)
  4. Sliha Lent (June 16-29)
  5. Pathinachu Lent (August 1-15)

Fasting & praying are the two important components of lent through which one tries to understand God's plan for him or her, by drawing closer to God with a humble heart. Prophet Isaiah Chapter 58: 2-14 explains how to observe it and regarding its benefits. Simplicity in life, in food patterns, talk, controlling self as well as every aspect of life should be touched ….not for the time being but making it a way of one's life.

On March 26th, we will be observing the 40th day of lent where we meditate how Jesus overcome the worldly temptations.

On Sunday, March 28th, will be observed as Hosanna Sunday, meditating about the triumph entry of Jesus in Jerusalem.

From March 29th and onwards, we will be having Passion Week services at church, and I request all of you to attend the service with the fear of the Lord. Easter Sunday we will celebrate with great joy His resurrection.

We will be observing World day of Prayer on March 6th, and as Diocesan Sunday on March 7th. I urge all members to contribute generously to the diocese and its causes.

We are blessed to have Sister Joan Chunkapura among our midst on 13th and 14th. She will speak to us about Christian family life. Be a part of the blessed moment.

On March 27th, The Regional Parish Mission will meet in Houston. All parish mission members are requested to be a part of the great spiritual meeting.

Let this lent and all these meetings help us to spent more time with Him and enable us to move as well as work for Him.

Rev. Minoy Kurvilla

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