PDF-Season of Lent

The Emmanuel United Methodist Church March 29 2020 9 am Welcome Guests Were glad youre with us today The only thing we ask of you Its simple relax This service is our gift to you no. Agenda. Prayer. . What is CRS Rice Bowl? . Important Dates. 2014 materials: . What’s. . NEW. . and. . AWESOME. ?. . Print Materials, Website, Mobile App. . Simple Message: Lenten Fasting can provide Life-saving Aid. Lent 2013 Sixth Week of Lent (March 18 - 24 , 2013) Read: Luke 6:32 — 36 Listen again to the words of Jesus in Luke 6:32 – 36: “If you love those who love you, what credit i What is Lent?. Lent is an event in the Christian calendar, which is observed in the lead up to Easter. It begins on Ash Wednesday*, and lasts for 40 days. . During this time Christians will abstain* from something, as a way to imitate Jesus’ sacrifice on the Cross, and his withdrawal into the desert. . . Lent. Lent is a . 7. . week period (40 days) before Easter. During this time, Christians prepare for the coming of Christ at Easter. It is a time to remember the . passion, death, . and . resurrection of Jesus. Just for Parents . Becca Meagher. Our Time Together. Lectio. . Divina. History / Purpose of Lent. Sundays of Lent. Pray / Fast / Give ideas and implementation. Discussion – Sharing – questions. The Word of the Lord. Passion 2015. 1. How many days are counted in lent?. 30. 40. 46. b. - 40. Jesus spent 40 days fasting and being tempted in the desert.. 2. What colour is traditionally associated with the lent season?. Reflection week beginning 8 February 2016. Lent begins on 10. th. February. What does lent mean to you?. Giving up chocolate?. Preparing for Easter? . Nothing ?. 40 days of preparation. For Christians, Lent reminds them of Jesus spending 40 days in the desert to prepare for his life’s work.. GREEN. Green. is the symbol of Hope and living vegetation.. What Liturgical Season this color is used?. It is used during Ordinary Time.. RED. Red. is the symbol of blood.. When will this liturgical color be used?. Presented by Lisa Kammerer, Associate in Ministry. Why should we celebrate the seasons of the church year? . Children learn what they live. Celebrating in our home teaches children that our faith is a part of our everyday lives. ?. Some Facts on what Lent is about. Lent is about trying to do sacrifices like Jesus.. Lent is a time when God asks us to come closer to Him in friendship.. Lent lasts for 40 days.. It leads to the greatest feast in the Christian calendar.. words:. “Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return. ”. It reminds us that one day we will be with him forever in heaven. . Watch . me. !. Lent starts on Ash Wednesday. During Lent we try to get closer to God through:.  . When.  . where. Leader. Telephone. Tuesdays 10am . Church Lounge. Ann . Bendall. . 0208 845 6961. Tuesdays 8pm . 2 Yeading Avenue. Pam Storey. 0208 868 9624. Tuesdays. 8pm. 40 Westwood Ave. Paul Hart & Sue McLeod. Into the Desert of our Lives. What’s it all About?.  . FASTING. PRAYER. ALMS-GIVING. Penance, Discipline. Quiet, Solitude. Subtracting Something. Adding Something. Sacrifice. Scrutiny. Changing Old Habits. . The Question?. Are you ready for Lent. …. and are you strong enough to take Brother Richard’s Lenten Challenge 2021?????? As we enter these next few weeks of Lent…... 2. What . is . that Challenge.