Tenebrae
from “Presbyterian Mission Agency” in the ideas! for Church Leaders magazine
One other Lenten practice often observed during Holy Week is Tenebrae, Latin for “shadows” or “darkness.” The unique feature of this worship service … Read More
Ash Wednesday
from “Presbyterian Mission Agency” in the ideas! for Church Leaders magazine
Reclaimed by Reformed churches in the last few decades, Ash Wednesday is the entry point for Lenten preparation. It is a service rich … Read More
Lent
from “Presbyterian Mission Agency” in the ideas! for Church Leaders magazine
The season of Lent leads up to the most holy of Christian days, Easter Sunday. The forty days of Lent begin Ash Wednesday … Read More
The Colors of Lent
Our “In the Wild” journey this Lenten season is about to come to an end. Lent helps us to remember how Jesus prayed and fasted in the wilderness before beginning his ministry. Just as Jesus … Read More
The Colors of Lent
As we continue our “In the Wild” journey this Lenten season helps us to remember how Jesus prayed and fasted in the wilderness before beginning his ministry. Just as Jesus prepared his heart and his … Read More
The Colors of Lent
We continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent. This fifth week of Lent, let’s think about the color Rose, which represents Joy.
Rose is a delicate, subtle color. Like the virtue joy, rose … Read More
The Colors of Lent
We continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent. This fourth week of Lent, let’s think about the color Blue, which represents Faith and Nurturing the Young.
Faith includes our recognition that we are … Read More
The Colors of Lent
Lent is a time of renewal and transformation. As we march forward on our “In the Wild” journey towards Easter, we continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent.
This third week of Lent, … Read More
The Colors of Lent
As we continue our “In the Wild” journey this Lenten season, we continue to prepare ourselves using various colors of Lent. This second week of Lent, let’s think about the color Gold, which represents Gratitude … Read More
The Colors of Lent
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and continues for the next forty days (excluding Sundays).
Our theme of “In the Wild” this Lenten season helps us to remember how Jesus prayed and fasted in the wilderness … Read More
How is a butterfly a symbol for Easter?
Long before the time of Christ, Egyptians saw a similarity between the cloth wrappings of their mummies and the butterfly’s cocoon. For these early people and the Greeks, who placed golden butterflies in their tombs, … Read More
What do palm branches have to do with Lent?
In biblical times, palms were a sign of hope. When a tired and thirsty traveler was in the desert and saw a palm tree, he was delighted because he knew he was near an oasis … Read More
What does crown of thorns have to do with Lent?
The “crown of thorns” signifies the pain, suffering, abuse, and the cruel manner in which Jesus was treated by soldiers, as well as the disbelief of many who did not accept him as God’s son.… Read More
What does purple have to do with Lent?
Each season of the Christian year has a color that goes along with the season. This helps us remember what part of the Christian year we are celebrating. The color purple is associated with Lent … Read More
Why are pretzels a Lenten food?
Some people may not realize that the pretzel is a Lenten food. According to a variety of different sources, pretzels were viewed as Lenten treats for several reasons.
As we have stated previously, Lent is … Read More
Why is a bulb a symbol of Lent?
A bulb symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings.
Bulbs are plain brown and not very attractive to look at. They appear dead when they are dormant and must be buried to grow. Christ died on the … Read More
What do ashes have to do with Lent?
When does Lent begin?
Ash Wednesday, the day after Shrove Tuesday, is the real beginning of Lent. We usually begin Ash Wednesday with a service where we recognize our mortality, repent of our sins, and … Read More
What is Pancake Day?
What is Pancake Day?
Pancake Day (also known as Shrove Tuesday) is the last day before the period which Christians call Lent. It is traditional on this day to eat pancakes.
Why are Pancakes eaten … Read More
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