In Lent, we are asked to fast, pray, and give alms intentionally. Alms can be money, but it can also be sharing our time and service. But how do we decide which needs to minister to first when our family, friends, parish community, and civic communities are all in need? Prayer and prudent reflection. Spending time in prayer and listening to the gentle whispers of the heart will allow the Holy Spirit to guide each of us as we seek, like St. Carlo, to understand our ministry this Lent.