40 Days, 40 Ways: A New Look at Lent - Softcover

40 Days, 40 Ways is a breath of fresh, joy-filled air and a bountiful resource for the Lenten season. Filled with innovative and thoughtful devotional practices to help you journey closer to Christ, this book offers the potential to turn any forty-day period into a retreat opportunity.
-- Lisa M. Hendey, founder of the CatholicMom blog and author of The Grace of Yes

Without exaggeration, I think Marcellino D'Ambrosio is the most readable, understandable, and enjoyable author in religious thought today.
-- Mother Dolores Hart, Abbey of Regina Laudis

Marcellino D'Ambrosio offers the neophyte as well as the seasoned Catholic a potpourri of Lenten reflections that are as engaging as they are practical. If you want to fall more in love with Jesus, then nourish yourself with 40 Days, 40 Ways!
-- Victor Galeone, Bishop Emeritus of St. Augustine, Florida

In 40 Days, 40 Ways Marcellino D'Ambrosio has taken me by surprise! He actually has me eager to add to my to-do list and looking forward to forty days of penance. Written in a compelling and engaging style, each daily reflection is packed with quick insight, easy-to-grasp wisdom, and a doable challenge. This book is perfect for even the busiest person seeking to grow closer to God and be created anew.
-- Kelly Wahlquist, author of Created to Relate: God's Design for Peace and Joy

This book is not just a Lent book, though it is definitely that. Marcellino D'Ambrosio has crafted an approach to faith that rocked my world--part treasury, part practical toolbox, and part kick in the pants!
-- Sarah Reinhard, author and blogger

Don't just do something, sit there--especially during Lent. This is the powerful message woven throughout this beautiful devotional from Dr. Italy. 40 Days, 40 Ways offers spot-on suggestions to help even the busiest of Catholics slow down and spend less time in front of a screen and more time with the Lord. Readers are sure to make this devotional their "go-to" book for Lent--and any time they need to reconnect with Jesus.
--Teresa Tomeo, author and media expert

If you're looking for a new Lenten experience, here are forty fresh ideas. Some will challenge you to deepen your prayer life; others will open your mind to new ways to serve others. Each of the forty ways includes a reflection to help you understand more about Lent and why it matters. You'll learn how to have a more creative experience of Lent. You'll discover positive, proactive ways to take action instead of the same old routine of giving something up. The result will be spiritual transformation and a closer walk with Christ—not only during Lent but throughout the year.