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Episode 138: Wednesday and Friday Abstinence

January 11, 2026 • A Catholic Life • Episode 138

This is Episode 138 of the A Catholic Life Podcast.

In today’s episode I discuss the immemorial practice of Wednesday and Friday abstinence and how we can restore Wednesday abstinence to our lives while also keeping Friday abstinence which remains obligatory. See the following resources for more information:

· The Definitive Guide to Catholic Fasting and Abstinence

· The Fellowship of St. Nicholas

· 2026 Fasting and Abstinence Opportunity Calendar

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