Lent begins on February 17, 2021. This year, as we are still reeling from the loss and pain of a worldwide pandemic and unprecedented societal polarization, we might be tempted to think, “I’ve been forced to give up so much already! Why do I need to give up more for Lent?” This year, in the…
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We should habitually show our loved ones concern and affection all year-round, but celebrating Valentine’s Day with a nice date forces us to pause and admire the subject of our attention. It is a chance for us to reaffirm our intentions and to be present in the everyday habits we use to show love, or…
Almost a year has passed since stay-at-home orders have been issued, and waiting patiently in the safely our homes is getting increasingly harder to do. At the beginning of the pandemic, schools, offices, parks, restaurants, and many things we love doing were made unavailable to us, but we did our part and stayed away in…
COVID-19 and social anxiety have challenged our bonds as neighbors, forcing us to find new ways to connect and care for one another. That is why during these unprecedented times, it is more important than ever to celebrate all types of love. Whether you plan to use this Valentine’s Day to give a little more…