04/06/2026
On Sunday, March 22nd, JCDA Court Madonna hosted its 3rd annual Lenten Day of Recollection for girls in Kindergarten-12 grade. Led by the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal , the day was filled with praying, singing, crafting, playing, learning, serving, and eating.
In lieu of a monetary fee to attend, and in the spirit of Lenten almsgiving, participants were asked to bring a donation of breakfast bars or juice boxes. At the end of the program, the girls helped to fill baggies with the donated food, as well as prayer cards, rosary beads, and napkins. The sisters use these baggies, which they call "Car packs" when they are walking or driving in the city, to distribute to those in need.