Season of Mercy

A personal, informative and easy to read guide for entering into the mystery and celebration of Lent and the entire Easter season; combines some of the best of Western and Eastern spirituality.

Offers insights into the riches of God’s boundless mercy in this presentation of the spirit, the liturgies, and customs and traditions of Lent, Holy Week, the Easter Triduum and Paschal-time, including Christ’s Ascension and Pentecost.

Catherine writes on topics such as: 

How to prepare for Lent
Why Fasting
The Motive is Love
Sin, Repentance, Conversion
Palm (Passion) Sunday
Holy Thursday: Priesthood and Eucharist 
Good Friday
Holy Saturday: Christ’s Descent into Hades 
The Easter Vigil: Christ is Risen! 
Christ’s Ascension into heaven 
Pentecost 



A rich tapestry of Customs and Traditions from Ash Wednesday through Pentecost helps readers live these holy seasons more deeply and authentically.

Well organized and easy to read, this guide will invigorate personal or group study.