Lent

The Season of Lent began Wednesday, Feb. 17. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence. Catholics between the ages of 18-59, who are in good health, are called to fast - one regular meal and two small/light meals, with no eating between meals.

All Catholics 14 years old and older are called to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays of Lent. Visit USCCB online for more info.
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What Should I Do for Lent?

​Go to in-person Mass OR Watch Mass Online - Mass Schedule

Sacrament of Reconciliation - Confession Schedule

Join a Bible study group
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Virtual Simple Solidarity Meals
  • Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. - Learn about CRS international and local initiatives in this virtual event presented by our Catholic Relief Services student ambassadors 
  • March 21 at 7 p.m. - participate in this virtual event presented by our Catholic Relief Services student ambassadors​
Participate in a Retreat
​Participate in BCAT Student Night

A Longer Table: A Virtual Interfaith Progressive Dinner - sponsored by OSU University Interfaith Association
  • Wednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. on Zoom
  • Join with other students from OSU's faith-based student organizations for an evening meal discussing social justice from different faith traditions
  • Register today - You will receive a Zoom link and $10 Door Dash gift card
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Try a new form of Prayer

Online Lenten Resources

BustedHalo.com:
Daily retreats: 
Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl - Stories of Hope, recipes, and Lent/Holy Week reflections

Catholic.org/lent/livinglent.php - Living Lent daily devotion series

LivingFaith.com - daily Catholic devotions – free online access​
Follow us on social media and get weekly prayers, reflections and more!​​
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Donate

CRS Ricebowl will continue to accept online donations throughout lent in order to support the work of CRS in 45 different countries throughout the year. 25% of the donations remain in your local diocese so make sure to list your home parish when donating.

Believe in Students: This nonprofit was launched in response to 32% of OSU undergraduate students being forced to evacuate college housing and in an effort to assist students from historically underrepresented backgrounds (first-gen students, low-income students, and students who work full time). Funds will go toward helping students find transportation home, secure stable housing, and have access to a stable food supply. 

NSI Easter Basket Collection  The Newman Center is supporting Neighborhood Services, Inc. (NSI) Easter basket collection for families in need of assistance in the university area. NSI aims to alleviate the effects of poverty by providing nutritious food and through seasonal programs and other services to those in need. See how you can help.
Holy week schedule