The Audacity of Lent
Today I was blindsided by the very real truth that my children are indeed growing up. And, even though the years blink by with the temptation to make me believe that these children are mine, the audacity of Lent reminds me that they most certainly are not. The definition of audacity is the willingness to do or say something boldly, despite the risk of criticism, failure, or disapproval. I’d wager a guess that it’s safe to say Lent is one of the more audacious seasons of the liturgical year....
