Lent, the time in the church calendar that leads up to Easter, is a great time to help our kids discover the many ways we can grow in our faith. It’s a time when we consider our need for Christ’s … Continue reading →
Lenten symbols conversation and activity It’s lent and a time to journey toward the cross. This activity can help you talk about lent and Easter. Find objects related to the words to show or a picture of the object.Check out … Continue reading →
“Mama, what is that black dirt on that man’s forehead?” Perhaps your child has asked you this question on Ash Wednesday. If so, did you have trouble responding? Many parents in non-liturgical, Pentecostal denominations have not grown up celebrating Ash … Continue reading →
Growing up Catholic, I was used to giving up something for Lent. As a kid it was chocolate or donuts or some other treat. One year it was comic books–that was hard. For years after I left the Catholic Church I … Continue reading →
For some Christians, the observance of Lent begins this week. And that reminds me of a quote from Benjamin Franklin: “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” What does Lent have to do with Ben Franklin’s wise quote? … Continue reading →
Lent, the forty days leading up to Easter, begins today, Ash Wednesday. Christians often give up something they value during this time to help them focus on Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. I haven’t always given something up for Lent, but I believe … Continue reading →