CatholicPhilly Offers Lenten Resources for Spiritual Journey

Archdiocese provides daily readings, videos, and charity opportunities to observe the 40 days before Easter.

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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CatholicPhilly.com has compiled a set of resources to help Christians in the Philadelphia area observe the Lenten season, including daily Scripture readings, video reflections from Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez, and opportunities for almsgiving and acts of charity through local organizations like Catholic Charities.

Why it matters

Lent is an important 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving for Christians leading up to the celebration of Easter. CatholicPhilly's Lenten resources aim to provide the local community with guidance and ways to meaningfully engage in this spiritual journey.

The details

The Lenten resources from CatholicPhilly include daily Scripture readings from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, video reflections from Archbishop Pérez, and written reflections from St. Charles Borromeo Seminary and Msgr. Joseph Prior. The site also highlights Lenten-themed mobile apps and opportunities for almsgiving through volunteering and donations to Catholic Charities of Philadelphia and Catholic Relief Services.

  • Ash Wednesday was on February 18, 2026, marking the start of the Lenten season.
  • Easter Sunday will be celebrated on April 2, 2026.

The players

Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez

The Archbishop of Philadelphia who has provided video reflections for the Lenten season.

Pope Leo XIV

The Pope whose Lenten message "Listening and Fasting: Lent as a Time of Conversion" is featured in CatholicPhilly's resources.

Catholic Charities of Philadelphia

A local organization that offers year-round volunteer opportunities and initiatives that CatholicPhilly recommends supporting during Lent.

Catholic Relief Services

A Catholic humanitarian organization whose Rice Bowl program is highlighted as a way for people to give alms during Lent.

St. Charles Borromeo Seminary

The seminary whose Lenten reflections are featured on CatholicPhilly.

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What’s next

Easter Sunday will be celebrated on April 2, 2026, marking the end of the Lenten season.

The takeaway

CatholicPhilly's Lenten resources provide the local Philadelphia community with a variety of ways to meaningfully observe this important spiritual season, from daily Scripture readings and reflections to opportunities for almsgiving and acts of charity.