Passage

“Do not reap what grows of itself or harvest the grapes of your untended vines. The land is to have a year of rest.” (Leviticus 25:5)

Reflection

Sometimes the themes of Lent feel like a broken record, and especially the theme of rest or not working to reap. The repetition makes us want to say, “Alright, we get it”, but we only get it in our minds and not within our hearts. Of course, we know that rest is essential to our well-being, but we do not let its importance sink in and change the way we live. We do not let it slow us down from the rush of daily rhythms, and give us different rhythms bearing blessings that transform. These blessings include the things we take up during Lent. Fasting, prayer, and repentance which bring peace in the presence of God.

Prayer

O Lord of the Sabbath we give You thanks for rest, which is more than a Lenten theme and is an anthem for our lives. Help us to embrace it and know its many blessings, and when we forget its importance send reminders through Your Word. And with the Word send us reminders through Your Spirit that speaks to us the promise from the Blessed Christ our Saviour: Come unto Me, all you who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. In His name we pray. Amen.

Donut of the Day

Today’s donut is the Moong Dal Pakora. This savoury Indian fritter is made from mung beans, lentils, or chickpeas.

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