Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

Today’s episode reflects on a lesson from childhood—taking responsibility for our wrongs rather than hiding them. Though difficult, this practice taught that sin has real consequences. Likewise, the Church calls us to repentance, not for punishment, but for healing. We cannot make ourselves holy or reconcile with God by our own efforts. Only Christ, who bore our sin and shame, can do that. This Lent, we are called to stand together in prayer, fasting, and charity—not to earn righteousness, but to live out the new life Christ has given us. Now is the time for grace, mercy, and true renewal.