Lent is meant to be a retreat to the desert to reset and orient ourselves toward God. Jesus was led by the Spirit to step away to the desert to fast, pray, and prepare for his public ministry. He spent 40 days in solitude to clear his mind and heart. Jesus emptied Himself to be filled by the Father for the journey ahead. Now it's our turn. Every year, we are gifted the 40 days of Lent to retreat from our usual routines and journey through our desert experience. This is a time

Today, we embark on the Season of Lent and celebrate Ash Wednesday. We literally mark ourselves as set apart for something greater. This...