Fast Friday - The Eastern Rite Fast of the Byzantine Community - Joan Maroney and Julie Fiebiger

Fast Friday Message - Friday of the 2nd week of Eastertide, April 21, 2023

Joan Maroney of Mother of Mercy Messengers has an interesting discussion with Julie Fiebiger about the Eastern Rite of fasting she learned from the Byzantine community near her at Wyoming Catholic College in Lander, Wyoming. Julie shares the suggested norms for fasting during Lent and other times during the year as well as helpful suggestions on how to follow them. This interview should help everyone raise their bar and resolve to better incorporate this ancient form of discipline and self-denial into their spiritual journey.

Dave and Joan Maroney

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