Better Late Than Never!
Better Late Than Never!
"Don't wait. The time will never be just right." - Napoleon Hill
I gotta admit something. I’m not someone who tends to have things ready far in advance. I’m actually more of a last-minute person—but I do get it done!
And I know I’m not the only one who operates this way.
So if that sounds like you—or if you’re trying to encourage parishioners who feel a little behind this Lent—this post is for you.
Throughout February you may have been promoting one or more online Lenten retreats to your parishioners. Many people probably signed up right away and are faithfully following along with the retreat they chose.
But what about those who had good intentions, but ultimately missed the boat - or did they?! I say no.
In fact, this is a perfect opportunity for a new piece of parish content. And the best part? With a few small tweaks, you can reuse the post you created back in February.
Step 1
Find a couple of online retreats - at this point it's pretty easy since Lent has started. Here are a few ideas:
Dynamic Catholic’s Best Lent Ever
An Ignatian Prayer Adventure with Loyola Press
Holy Heroes' Lenten Adventure for kids
These are all well-known, solid Catholic resources that parishioners can join at any point during Lent.
Step 2
Take your previous announcement and tweak it. Remind people that Lent is a journey, that it's 40 days long and it's really not too late to join an online retreat. Include one or more suggestions of online retreats along with the links.
If you have not previously recommended an online retreat then here is your chance - remember It's Never Too Late! 😎
Here are a few sample announcements you are free to use.
Bulletin Announcement
Still Time to Join a Lenten Retreat!
Although we are two weeks into Lent, it’s never too late to dive deeper into prayer and reflection! If you haven’t yet committed to a Lenten retreat, consider joining an online option that fits your schedule. Here are a few great choices:
📖 Best Lent Ever (Dynamic Catholic) – Short daily videos to inspire and challenge you.
🙏 An Ignatian Prayer Adventure (Loyola Press) – A retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.
🎧 The Pray More Lenten Retreat – Self-paced video and audio talks from inspiring Catholic speakers.
👧 Holy Heroes' Lenten Adventure – A fun and engaging way for kids to journey through Lent.
Lent is a time of grace—where will God lead you these next few weeks? Sign up today and make the most of this sacred season!
Facebook Post
It’s Not Too Late! 🙏💜
We’re already two weeks into Lent, but there’s still plenty of time to grow closer to Christ! If you haven’t started a Lenten retreat yet, why not begin today? Here are a few great online options:
📖 Best Lent Ever (Dynamic Catholic) – Short daily videos to inspire and challenge you.
🙏 An Ignatian Prayer Adventure (Loyola Press) – A retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.
🎧 The Pray More Lenten Retreat – Self-paced video and audio talks from inspiring Catholic speakers.
👧 Holy Heroes' Lenten Adventure – A fun and engaging way for kids to journey through Lent.
Lent is a time of grace—start where you are and let God lead you! 💜 #Lent #LentenRetreat #GrowInFaith
Instagram Post
Lent isn’t over—there’s still time! 🙏💜
We’re two weeks in, but it’s never too late to refocus and grow closer to Christ. If you haven’t started a Lenten retreat yet, why not begin today? Here are some great online options:
📖 Best Lent Ever – Daily videos to inspire & challenge you (@dynamiccatholic)
🙏 An Ignatian Prayer Adventure – A retreat based on St. Ignatius' Spiritual Exercises (@loyolapress)
🎧 The Pray More Lenten Retreat – Self-paced video & audio talks (@praymoreretreat)
👧 Holy Heroes' Lenten Adventure – A fun & engaging way for kids to journey through Lent (@holyheroes)
Lent is a season of grace—start where you are and let God do the rest! 💜 ✝️ #Lent #LentenRetreat #BestLentEver #CatholicFaith #PrayMore #HolyHeroes #IgnatianSpirituality
Step 3
Publish your announcement in your bulletin, on your website, or on your social media platform (s).
I realize this will sound like heresy to anyone who does things well in advance, but I think you can use this idea for at least the first 4 weeks of Lent. Afterall, Lent is not about perfection rather it's about going deeper with the Good Lord! So better late than never I say!
See ya soon! 👋
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