Lent calls us to the Holy Cross — but can mortal sin block our return?
St. Mary of Egypt’s dramatic conversion reveals how repentance restores us to grace and opens the way back to Holy Communion.

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On the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, a woman who had lived seventeen years in grave sin tried to enter the church — and could not cross the threshold.

No guard stopped her.
No priest turned her away.

Holiness itself confronted her.

She stood before the Cross — and could not enter.

This powerful Catholic Lenten reflection explores:

• Mortal sin and repentance
• The Holy Cross and conversion
• Confession and spiritual renewal
• The Eucharist and Holy Communion
• Spiritual warfare and perseverance
• The mercy of God stronger than sin

For seventeen years she lived in open sin.
For seventeen years she battled temptation in the desert.

Through humility, prayer, and surrender, St. Mary of Egypt became one of the Church’s greatest witnesses to repentance and grace.

Lent is not merely about sacrifice.
It is about returning to the Cross.

If you struggle with past sin, fear of Confession, or distance from the Sacraments, this story offers hope. No sin is greater than the mercy of Christ — but repentance requires humility.

Join us for Lent Daily as we share true stories from Catholic tradition that call us to conversion, renewal, and deeper love for Jesus Christ.