Jesus needed to encounter the Samaritan woman in order to open her heart: he asks for a drink so as to bring to light her own thirst.  The woman is moved by this encounter: she asks Jesus several profound questions that we all carry within but often ignore.  Lent is the opportune time to look within ourselves, to understand our truest spiritual needs, and to ask the Lord’s help in prayer... The Gospel says that the disciples marvelled that their Master was speaking to this woman. ...........Read More