lent resources
About…
Why Ashes? An Invitation to A Holy Lent
Introduction to Lent (inc. the Southern Hemisphere)
Lent Practices
A common assumption is that all Christians give up something for Lent. Many actually take up something! Quiet reflection time, a group study, disciplined prayer times. Lent reminds us to reflect, pray and prepare for the joy of Easter.
Lenten apps for your smartphone
Into the Desert: 40 days of Bible readings, reflections and prayers that will take you on a spiritual journey into the Australian wilderness. Into the Desert combines Australian history and literature with the centuries old wisdom of Desert monasticism. It is written by ABM's Reconciliation Coordinator Celia Kemp, who draws on her own experience of living in the Australian desert to create a truly special publication.
Lent Pilgrim: The 40 daily reflections on The Beatitudes – eight beautiful sayings at the heart of Jesus’ teaching – are grouped in eight groups of five days on each beatitude.
Each day offers you the chance to listen to and read:
• A theme linked to the beatitude
• A suggested short Bible reading that explores that theme
• A short reflection by Steven Croft
• A suggestion of how to pray
• A prompt to act.
Just Earth: The Just Earth app offers a 40 day journey for those who care for all aspects of Creation and its beauty and wonders. For each day there is a short Biblical text followed by a reflection on the passage, a variety of quotes closely related to the passage (wisdom from many traditions and ages), a ‘to do’ suggestion that includes a practical action, and prayers appropriate to the section.
More lent practices:
Carbon Fast for Lent: On Good Friday four years ago, a group of Anglican Bishops from around the world called for urgent action on climate justice. Consider a carbon fast for lent. Article and resources here.
Rethink Church Photo-A-Day Challenge: Join this photo-a-day challenge and share on facebook or instagram how you perceive each word of the day. No explanation needed and you don't have to be a great photographer. This project is more about the practice of paying attention and being intentional.