A meal of bread and water in one of the city’s most exclusive restaurants. A menu offering several kinds of bread, arranged in the shape of a cross, and quality mineral water, including international brands. This is how today the Scottish diocese of Glasgow has begun Lent, the events of which are covered by the "Lentfestival 2008" schedule, for the six weeks of Lent. The initiative, which adds up to the liturgical rites, means to promote a number of artistic activities theatre, cinema, dancing, music, literature and visual arts targeted to the congregation. "Exploring faith through art is the goal we set out for ourselves in these six weeks of the festival explains mgr. Mario Conti, archbishop of Glasgow . That’s why we are trying to involve as many artists as possible. Art can be an extraordinary vehicle of faith". The schedule includes a concert by pianist Aleksander Kudjczyk, who was discovered when he worked as cleaner at Glasgow University, a play about the Beatitudes, and some Gregorian concerts. The Lentfestival was established in 2006 by mgr. Conti and has become one of the most important events in Glasgow. (www.lentfest.co.uk)
