Daily Meditation for April 6, 2026

Yesterday, we celebrated the great Feast of Easter, the culmination of the days of Holy Week. During the forty days of Lent, we prepared for this feast with acts of prayer, fasting and service to others. This week we celebrate the culmination of that preparation. How have these practices deepened our relationship with Jesus? Are some, or all of these practices something that could be continued throughout the year? In the area of prayer – could we be more attentive at Mass and recall the words of the Gospel and homily during the week? Fasting from some bad habits could strengthen our relationship with family and the Church community. Many are already involved with service as a volunteer in the neighborhood, parish or the civic community. Choose an action and carry it out throughout the year.

By Betty Larson, OSB