Upcoming Lenten Programming
SUNDAYS: Adult Christian Education
During Lent, we will be studying "Life Transformed -- The Way of Love in Lent." This set of seven Adult Forums ties the Easter Vigil readings to the seven practices of the Way of Love. Drawing on the ancient practice of setting aside Lent as a period of study and preparation for living as a Christian disciple (known as the catechumenate), the forums encourage participants to reflect on salvation history; walk toward the empty tomb; and embrace the transforming reality of love, life, and liberation. As we stand with the three women at the empty tomb, we hear his call to go and live that transformed reality.
WEDNESDAYS: Exploring Our Sacred Space in the Journey of Lent
Join us on Wednesday evenings beginning March 1 for a simple soup supper, followed by an exploration of the sacred space of our sanctuary. We will explore many aspects, including icons, stained glass windows, stations of the cross, and more, and wonder together: How do they interact with our liturgy, worship, and prayer in our Lenten journey?
We will close with a simple Holy Eucharist, with healing prayer available for those who desire it.
Soup is served at 6:15 p.m. in Byrd Hall. Program begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary (a wonderful, vibrant AA group meets in Byrd Hall!) and ends by 8 p.m.
During Lent, we will be studying "Life Transformed -- The Way of Love in Lent." This set of seven Adult Forums ties the Easter Vigil readings to the seven practices of the Way of Love. Drawing on the ancient practice of setting aside Lent as a period of study and preparation for living as a Christian disciple (known as the catechumenate), the forums encourage participants to reflect on salvation history; walk toward the empty tomb; and embrace the transforming reality of love, life, and liberation. As we stand with the three women at the empty tomb, we hear his call to go and live that transformed reality.
WEDNESDAYS: Exploring Our Sacred Space in the Journey of Lent
Join us on Wednesday evenings beginning March 1 for a simple soup supper, followed by an exploration of the sacred space of our sanctuary. We will explore many aspects, including icons, stained glass windows, stations of the cross, and more, and wonder together: How do they interact with our liturgy, worship, and prayer in our Lenten journey?
We will close with a simple Holy Eucharist, with healing prayer available for those who desire it.
Soup is served at 6:15 p.m. in Byrd Hall. Program begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary (a wonderful, vibrant AA group meets in Byrd Hall!) and ends by 8 p.m.
Our usual programs of centering prayer and Bible study will continue throughout Lent. These are excellent for "the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance [...] and meditating on God's holy Word" (BCP 265) and you are extended an extra-special invitation to join us during this season!
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS: Centering Prayer
If you are looking for ways to support your Lenten journey, centering prayer is a great place to start – it’s a wonderful way to pause and intentionally make space for God in our daily lives. Please join us on Mondays and/or Wednesdays at 8:30 AM in the chapel to explore this contemplative practice.
TUESDAYS: Bible Study
All are also welcome to join us on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM in the parlor for Bible Study, as we joyously study the Gospel of Mark.
Lenten Resources
Use this year's calendar from The Episcopal Church to guide you in your practice of the Way of Love this Lent. These will be available at church, or download and print a copy at home.
Who is My Neighbor?
From Episcopal Relief & Development
According to The Book of Common Prayer, Lent provides us with the opportunity for self-examination, repentance, prayer, fasting and self-denial; and to read and meditate on God’s holy word (BCP, p 265).
This Lenten Season, Episcopal Relief & Development invites you to join us as we meditate on the commandment to love our neighbor and consider the meaning of this fundamental instruction in our daily lives.
The Rev. Robin Denney, a parish priest and former missionary focused on agricultural development in Liberia and South Sudan, wrote this year’s meditations. Robin’s reflections are poignant and personal and challenge the reader to consider the question, “Who is my neighbor?”
More from Episcopal Relief & Development →
From Episcopal Relief & Development
According to The Book of Common Prayer, Lent provides us with the opportunity for self-examination, repentance, prayer, fasting and self-denial; and to read and meditate on God’s holy word (BCP, p 265).
This Lenten Season, Episcopal Relief & Development invites you to join us as we meditate on the commandment to love our neighbor and consider the meaning of this fundamental instruction in our daily lives.
The Rev. Robin Denney, a parish priest and former missionary focused on agricultural development in Liberia and South Sudan, wrote this year’s meditations. Robin’s reflections are poignant and personal and challenge the reader to consider the question, “Who is my neighbor?”
More from Episcopal Relief & Development →
Praying in Color = prayer + d o o d l i n g
Lent & Holy Week Coloring Pages
From Praying in Color
Praying in Color is a way to pray for others; but praying in color is versatile and adaptable to all kinds of prayer and meditation.
You can download and print several different sheets here, to be used during daily prayer and meditation through the season of Lent. This page presents six of the many ways to pray in color.
More from Praying in Color →
From Praying in Color
Praying in Color is a way to pray for others; but praying in color is versatile and adaptable to all kinds of prayer and meditation.
You can download and print several different sheets here, to be used during daily prayer and meditation through the season of Lent. This page presents six of the many ways to pray in color.
More from Praying in Color →
Lent Madness
Lent Madness began in 2010 as the brainchild of the Rev. Tim Schenck. In seeking a fun, engaging way for people to learn about the men and women comprising the Church’s Calendar of Saints, Tim came up with this unique Lenten devotion.
More from Lent Madness →
Lent Madness began in 2010 as the brainchild of the Rev. Tim Schenck. In seeking a fun, engaging way for people to learn about the men and women comprising the Church’s Calendar of Saints, Tim came up with this unique Lenten devotion.
More from Lent Madness →
A Grateful Lent
From United Thank Offering
Here, you can sign up for this year’s 40-day Lenten gratitude challenge from UTO. They will send one text a day (and nothing more) prompting you to notice small things in your daily life that you may not notice otherwise.
More from UTO →
From United Thank Offering
Here, you can sign up for this year’s 40-day Lenten gratitude challenge from UTO. They will send one text a day (and nothing more) prompting you to notice small things in your daily life that you may not notice otherwise.
More from UTO →
