Every Lent, Holy Mother, The Church advocates certain pious practices that her children should perform to satisfy their requirements to do penance, to pray, to perform good works, to make reparation for their sins, and to further the apostolic work of the Church—all at an extra level. Our Lord tells us, as recorded in Scripture, “Unless you shall do penance, you shall all likewise perish.” ( 13:3). And St. John the Baptist announced the coming of the Saviour with the ominous admonition, “Do penance: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” ( Luke Matt. 3:2). With regard to prayer, St. Paul tells us to “Pray without ceasing.” ( 1 Thess. 5:17).
...coming from the Church herself