Lent 2026

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More Than a Prayer

A Lenten Series on the “Our Father” Presented by Fr. Satish Joseph, Ph.D.

The “Our Father” is more than just a prayer that Jesus taught his disciples. The prayer is also an insight into the thought, life, prayer, theology and spirituality of Jesus. Through reflections, group discussions, communal dinners, and prayers, this six-week series will lead us not only to a deeper understanding of the Lord’s prayer but also give us deeper insights into the heart of Jesus. This has implications for Christian discipleship today. 

Days: Fridays of Lent (February 20, 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27)
Dinner included.
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Immaculate Conception Church lower level (MSH)
Participants: All are welcome. $10 Registration required. Only 120 seats available. ​

Register

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Stations of the Cross

Thursdays: St. Anthony at 6:30 pm

Family Stations of the Cross

• Monday February 23, 2026: St. Helen at 6:30 pm
• Thursday February 26, 2026: Holy Angels at 6:00 pm. Followed by pizza supper in the Holy Angels School cafeteria. RSVP for the pizza by February 24 at www.tinyurl.com/HAStations2026

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Retreats

Men's Lenten Retreat
Saturday, March 7, 8:00 am–1:00 pm, St. Anthony Rectory and Church
Flyer and registration information: https://tinyurl.com/MensLentRetreat2026

Women's Lenten Retreat
Saturday, March 14, 8:30 am–12:00 pm, St. Anthony Rectory and Church

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Lenten Bible Study

All are invited to join us for “Angels in the Bible”, a Little Rock Scripture Study, for 6 weeks.
Our study will be offered 2 different times:

• Holy Angels, Tuesday, 7:00 pm, beginning February 24
  
• St. Anthony, Thursday, 9:30 am, beginning February 26
  

There is a short video each session and then discussion. Cost of book $12. (Scholarship available)
Register by February 16 at [email protected] or call St. Anthony office at 937.253.9132.

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Lenten Reconciliation Service

Communal Penance Service (English)
Tuesday, March 24: St. Anthony at 6:30 pm

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Lenten Discipleship Challenge

During Lent, you can sign up to receive daily meditations written by parishioners from the family of parishes in your email.

Lenten Discipleship Challenge

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Lenten Opportunities

Self-guided Retreats

Lent is a wonderful time to commit to a retreat. Whether you have a few minutes or an entire week, a retreat is a great way to pause and rededicate yourself to prayer. 

Try an Ignatian Prayer Adventure (8 parts)
Surely you have 3 Minutes? 

Lenten Calendars

Like an Advent Calendar for Lent, these links can help you live out Lent in new and creative ways.  

Living Lent Daily from Loyola Press
Resources for Your Lenten Journey from Loyola Press
​Try The Best Lent Ever by Matthew Kelly 
InstaLent Photo Challenge from Busted Halo. 

Think Fast! 

Tired of giving up the same things for Lent? Here are a few ideas for trying a new form of fasting to bring you closer to God. 
66 Things to Give up for Lent (beginner, intermediate, and advanced)
100 Suggestions for Lent