In this time of pandemic, our bishop has granted the possibility of general absolution during Masses at Lent, since there will be no communal penance services.
Our preparation for Easter can and should be also a spiritual preparation.
I invite our believers to get prepared for General Absolution by meditating on the wonderful text of the formulas (here), and completing an examination of conscience prior to general absolution. Please see the many helps for Examination of Conscience from USCCB.
Fr. Gerard