“May this Lenten season be a time of transformation” – President to Christian community

…urges all Guyanese to embrace reflection, compassion

With the season of Lent again gracing the Guyanese population, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has reaffirmed that, during this 40-day period, it is important for citizens to engage in self-examination and in finding solace in prayer, as well as in living righteous and meaningful lives.
Just one day after the season began, the Head of State took to his social media page to relay this message to Guyanese citizens.
“Some persons voluntarily deny themselves earthly comforts, but Lent, we are told, is not merely about giving up something. It is about making space in our hearts for God’s grace. It is an opportunity to strengthen one’s faith, to find solace in prayer, and to renew one’s commitment to living lives of righteousness and compassion.”
The Head of State has saluted Christian brothers and sisters here in Guyana and in the diaspora, and has said that for Christians who observe the season of Lent, there is vast importance in utilising this time in reflection, repentance, and renewal.
He highlighted that this is a time for spiritual discipline marked by prayer, fasting and giving, inspired by a 40-day journey.
Inspired by Christ’s own time in the wilderness, Lent calls on believers to turn away from sin and draw closer to God.
“It is a time for self-examination, for deepening one’s faith, and for embracing a spirit of humility and sacrifice, true acts of charity and kindness.”
The Head of State has expressed his wish that this season be transformational for those who observe Lent.
“May this Lenten season be a time of transformation for all who observe it. May it deepen the relationship with God and with each other. May it foster unity, forgiveness, and love among our brothers and sisters in Christ.”
He has urged that the teachings and lessons of Christ inspire Guyanese to be better, to act better, to do their little bit individually and collectively in embracing and building a humanity that is enriched by this period of Lent.
“Therefore, I wish all those who are observing Lent a meaningful and spiritually enriching season. May God’s blessing be upon you now and always, and may God’s blessing be upon us as a nation, be upon us Guyanese, all of us, and may it uplift us to be better citizens and contribute in a greater way to the prosperity of each other.”