The First Sunday of Lent: Let’s Go!

Gary Zimak

Posted February 19, 2021

This week Gary looks at the Mass readings for the First Sunday of Lent, Feb. 21.

The first recorded words of Jesus in Mark’s Gospel sum up what we’re called to do for the next 40 days: Repent and believe in the Good News. Tune in and let’s discuss!

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