St. Michael’s Lent
An Ancient Church practice. Revived.
During his life, St. Francis of Assisi observed a 40-day, Lent-like period of prayer, asceticism, and fraternity in preparation for the Feast of St Michael the Archangel.
In fact, it was in 1224 during St. Michael’s Lent when Francis received the great grace of the Stigmata — the Five Wounds of Christ.
Be prepared for the unseen spiritual battle
During this angelic summer lenten season, dedicated to St. Michael, we will pull back the veil to look more deeply into the nature of reality. God and the angels are even more real than what we see with our eyes because this world is passing away while they will endure forever. Through faith, we can see more deeply who we are as spiritual-bodily beings, who are connected to a world much bigger than our immediate surroundings. Focusing on the spiritual world will help us to grow in prayer and to fight the spiritual battle against temptation and sin. Following St. Francis of Assisi, who withdrew to a mountaintop for St. Michael’s Lent, we will pull back from distractions and focus on the things that matter most.
What to Expect
St. Michael’s Lent Starts August 15
This is a sneak preview of the app reflection for Day One of St. Michael’s Lent from Exodus. Jump into the daily reflections now by downloading the Exodus app.
St. Michael’s Lent: A Time of Spiritual Combat and Healing
Lent is a time of spiritual renewal through prayer and penance. We’re now halfway across the year, making our way through summer. It’s time for a refresh, time to take up the weapons of our great spiritual battle. It’s time for St. Michael’s Lent.
Reviving a Lost Tradition: St. Michael’s Lent
Starting on August 15th and ending on the Feast of the Archangel Michael (September 29th), men all over the world will take up the spiritual disciplines of prayer, asceticism, and fraternity. The 40-day spiritual exercise asks men to commit to living a more simplified lifestyle.