
 The Thomistic Institute
 The Thomistic Institute Why Lent? Innocence, Sin, and Redemption | Fr. Gregory Pine, OP
 Mar 8, 2019 
 Fr. Gregory Pine discusses Lent as a journey of loss and recovery, focusing on innocence, sin, and redemption. He explores concepts like grace, original sin, and seeking conformity to Christ. The importance of penitential practices, spiritual growth through self-denial, and humanity's destination in heaven are highlighted. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 4min 
 Exploration of Lent: Innocence, Sin, and Redemption 
 04:20 • 2min 
 Grace, Innocence, Sin, and Redemption in Christian Tradition 
 06:40 • 30min 
 Seeking Conformity to Christ and the Grace of Adoption 
 36:14 • 7min 
 Exploring the Role and Importance of Penitential Practices in Achieving Sanctity 
 42:48 • 4min 
 Exploring Lent, Denying Oneself for Spiritual Growth, and Dante's Divine Comedy 
 47:02 • 4min 
 The Destination of Humanity: A Glimpse of Heaven 
 51:11 • 8min 
