Easter Special: Fasting Beyond Lent

In this special Easter episode, Fr. Josh answers a question about continuing the practice of fasting beyond Lent. He encourages us to reflect on our own fasting and prayer practices that can strengthen our spiritual life. Stay tuned for a new season of Ask Fr. Josh this fall!

Snippet from the Show

"Throughout the year, the Church invites us to remember Fridays as a day of penance."

Shownotes 

Fasting Beyond Lent (4:22)

My question is, during Easter, what’s the appropriate amount of fasting? I want to incorporate fasting into my regular spiritual exercises but considering Jesus has risen and in a sense “the bridegroom is with us”, is it appropriate to fast during the week? (Lauren)