What are the Scrutinies? In this season of Lent, we may have heard about them on the periphery, but do we know what they are? Beth and Kristofer explain this minor rite to help us better realize the beauty of the Church and prepare us for when they happen at Mass in the coming weeks!

Beth wonderfully covers the connection of the readings to the Scrutinies during Lent. They discuss the need for the whole Church to experience the Scrutinies.

Kristofer gives an emotional perspective on this rite that most of us have not experienced. Beth and Kristofer talk about how it is important us to realize the Scrutinies do indeed apply to all of us.

Some items on our site that will help in understanding this topic:

Video: Fruits of the Spirit: Introducing the Fruits of the Spirit

Podcast Episode: Saints – Episode 16

Podcast Episode: It’s All In The Little Things – Episode 69

Podcast Episode: What Are Sacraments – 103

Podcast Episode: What Are Good Works? – Episode 114

Podcast Episode: Being A Family of Prayer – Episode 121

Podcast Episode: The Sacred Role of Women in the Church – Episode 124

Podcast Episode: The Immaculate Conception- Episode 125

Podcast Episode: Giving Back – Episode 127