Resources on Lent

Topical Study on Lent The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ are the heart of the Christian gospel; accordingly, Good Friday and Easter climax the Christian year. Lent is a season of preparation and repentance during which we ponder our mortality and sinfulness and thus our need to die and rise with Jesus Christ...

Lent Commentary/Exegesis by Yolanda Pierce http://www.theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupLectionaryReading.asp?LRID=134 Commentary/Exegesis by Yolanda Pierce Topics: Lent , Hope , Sermon , God's Deliverance Source: The African American Lectionary A sermon starter and commentary by Yolanda Pierce on Psalm 32:1-7 for the season of Lent in the African American Lectionary.

Lent Commentary/Exegesis by John E. Guns http://www.theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupLectionaryReading.asp?LRID=9 Commentary/Exegesis by John E. Guns Topics: Lent , Redemption , Service , Sermon Source: The African American Lectionary A sermon starter and commentary on Romans 12:1-3 by John Guns focused on the season of Lent in the African American Lectionary.

Lent and the Psalms of Ascent Article by Carol Hochhalter https://www.reformedworship.org/blog/lent-and-psalms-ascent Article by Carol Hochhalter Topics: Lent , Psalms , Pilgrimage Source: Reformed Worship This article is on Lent being our annual pilgrimage to Jerusalem and the passion of Jesus Christ. On this journey the Psalms of Ascent can keep us moving and give perspective to get through gray days.

Lent, A Necessary Time of Preparation Sermon Starter/Outline http://worship.calvin.edu/resources/resource-library/lent-planning-guide Sermon Starter/Outline Topics: Lent , Worship Planning Source: Calvin Institute of Christian Worship This resource provides an introduction to Lent and offers a comprehensive guide to Lenten planning. It provides suggestions for selecting passages, ideas for a sermon series, questions to consider, and sample elements of worship.

Lent: Contact Unit Sermon Starter/Outline by Alice C. Price http://theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupLectionaryReading.asp?LRID=256 Sermon Starter/Outline by Alice C. Price Topics: Lent , Jesus , Work of Jesus Christ , Worship Planning Source: The African American Lectionary This worship resource is for Lenten service. Alice C. Price presents this compact unit where she includes historical details, a sermon outline, illustrations, poems, a contemplative video and other recommendations for the season.

The Fight Between Carnival and Lent, art for Ash Wednesday Image by Daniella Zsupan-Jerome http://www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic-faith/liturgical-year/lent/arts-and-faith-for-lent/cycle-a/arts-and-faith-ash-wednesday Image by Daniella Zsupan-Jerome Topics: Lent , Ash Wednesday , Dying and Rising with Christ , Confession Source: Loyola Press ... on the painting, "The Fight Between Carnival and Lent" by Pieter Brueghel the Elder, this blog reflects ... painting that point us to the beginning of Lent and Ash Wednesday, when we don ashes...

Giving Up Hockey for Lent Article by Len Batterink https://perspectivesjournal.org/blog/2005/03/16/giving-up-hockey-for-lent/ Article by Len Batterink Topics: Lent , Culture , Cultures , Sports Source: Perspectives Journal In this article, useful as a sermon illustration, Len Batterink reflects on the Lent-like experience of the shutdown of the National Hockey League.

Yes and No: Lent and the Reformed Faith Article by John Witvliet https://thebanner.org/features/2011/02/yes-and-no-lent-and-the-reformed-faith-today Article by John Witvliet Topics: Lent , Baptism , Contextualization Source: The Banner John Witvliet outlines the history of the celebration of Lent and highlights the importance of understanding one's context in discerning how best to celebrate Lent in one's church.

Season of Lent Commentary/Exegesis by Luke A. Powery http://www.theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupLectionaryReading.asp?LRID=72 Commentary/Exegesis by Luke A. Powery Topics: Lent , Grace , Sermon Source: The African American Lectionary A sermon starter and commentary by Luke Powery on 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 for the season of Lent in the African American Lectionary.

Children, Lent, and God's Love Children's Sermon by Carolyn Brown http://worshipingwithchildren.blogspot.com/2016/01/year-c-second-sunday-in-lent-february.html Children's Sermon by Carolyn Brown Topics: Lent , Trust , Jesus , Children Source: Worshiping With Children A guide for including children in congregational worship, including children's books, songs, dramatic reading, activities and more. Based on texts: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18, Psalms 27, 57, Luke 9:28-43, 13:31-35, and Philippians 3:17-21, 4:1.

Using Common Materials to Communicate the Themes of Lent Service Outline by Debra Levey Larson https://www.reformedworship.org/article/december-1990/dirt-foot-cross-using-common-materials-communicate-themes-lent Service Outline by Debra Levey Larson Topics: Lent , Art , Worship Planning , Service Source: Reformed Worship During the season of Lent a church decided to use common materials to deepen their experience, like dirt and twigs. This resource also provides a Lenten service outline with a large responsive reading section.

The Journey Of Lent Audio/Video by Centerline New Media https://www.ignitermedia.com/products/8875-the-journey-of-lent Audio/Video by Centerline New Media Topics: Lent , Journey , Wilderness , Ash Wednesday Source: Igniter Media During Lent, we journey into the wilderness with Jesus as we repent, pray, fast, and give. This mini-movie is perfect for Ash Wednesday services or any Lent themed service. (Length: 1:50)

Sights and Sounds of Lent Drama by Bernard J. Haan, Jr. https://www.reformedworship.org/article/december-1997/sights-and-sounds-lent-childrens-meditations-season Drama by Bernard J. Haan, Jr. Topics: Lent , Children/youth , Sermon , Children Source: Reformed Worship Coins, a robe, a basin of water, they can all turn into something special for the season of Lent. Here are children’s Lenten meditations that engage their senses by using these objects and more.

Lent: Music and Worship Resources Element of Worship by Michelle Riley Jones http://theafricanamericanlectionary.org/PopupWorshipAid.asp?LRID=134 Element of Worship by Michelle Riley Jones Topics: Lent , Prayer , Repentance , Reverence Source: The African American Lectionary In addition to providing advice on creating reverent and repentant worship services during Lent, these Lenten liturgical resources by Michelle Riley Jones include hymn suggestions, litanies and responsive readings.

John 3, Nicodemus & Jesus conversation, Lent 2 Year A Drama https://worshipwords.co.uk/nicodemus-jesus-conversation-john-3-for-march-2016/ Drama Topics: Conversion , Jesus , Spirit , The New Birth Source: Worship Words Ana Gobledale’s dramatic reading for Lent on being born from above of water and Spirit, is from John 3:1-21. It has parts for Jesus, Nicodemus and a narrator. It is based on an inclusive Bible version....

Hymns for the season of Lent Song/Hymn by George Stuart https://worshipwords.co.uk/hymns-for-lent-george-stuart-australia/ Song/Hymn by George Stuart Topics: Lent , Worship , Music , Christian Calendar Source: Worship Words George Stuart has written at least one hymn for each Sunday of Lent, for each year of the Common Revised Lectionary. Using familiar tunes, he incorporates words that are straightforward, understandable, and faithful.

Lent, the Discovery of Love Sermon (Complete) by Columba Ryan http://torch.op.org/torch/lent-the-discovery-of-love Sermon (Complete) by Columba Ryan Topics: Love , Repentance , War Source: Torch: Catholic Homilies from the Dominican Friars Columba Ryan preaches on making a new commitment to love for the season of Lent through the repentance and belief that makes the other—God and human—central, instead of the self.

Lent Resources Element of Worship by Faithward.org https://www.faithward.org/lent-resources/ Element of Worship by Faithward.org Topics: Lent , Worship Planning , Christian Calendar , Liturgics Source: Faithward This post consists of resources for Lent which are available to assist pastors and worship leaders in planning and celebration of Lent, Easter, and Pentecost.

Lent – Not Denial But Transformation Article by Christine Sine https://www.missioalliance.org/lent-not-denial-but-transformation/ Article by Christine Sine Topics: Lent , Ash Wednesday , Freedom , Journey Source: Missio Alliance "Lent is not really about sacrifice and deprivation, it is about freedom and transformation... In this season God wants to liberate us from the bondage of our slavery to self-centeredness, greed, busyness, and rampant consumerism."

Lent: 40 Days of Embracing Compassion Practical How-To by Global Christian Worship http://globalworship.tumblr.com/post/111010653045/lent-40-days-of-embracing-compassion Practical How-To by Global Christian Worship Topics: Lent , Easter , Hope , Fasting Source: Global Worship During Lent the staff of Women of Hope International will practice Isaiah 58 and fast in order to “….loose the bonds of wickedness… and to share your bread with the hungry…”

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Resources on Lent