My very first Ash Wednesday as a baptized member of the Episcopal Church was February 13, 2013. My husband was at home that evening with our infant son, John Paul, and I was at church alone. I
The Evolution of Our Family’s Ash Wednesday Observance Read Post »
This year Episcopal Relief & Development partnered with Grow Christians for their annual Lenten Meditation book.
Journeying through Lent Together Read Post »
I don’t like doing things badly. I don’t like doing things badly in front of other people. I really don’t like doing things badly with a bathing suit on in front of other people. This was the set of parameters I had to work with for my Annual Discernment of Kit’s Lenten Practice this year.
Lent is upon us, the forty days set aside to prepare to celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus.
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I’ve been attending yoga classes at my local studio for about a year. I’m into yoga for the stretching and centering, so when Zoe announced that the theme of the Wednesday class was going to be hard work, I immediately got nervous.
When the Basics are Hard Read Post »
Last week, I was in the doctor’s office with a sick kid. My son had a HIGH fever, so he was not acting like himself. I knew he was sick because he was cuddled up in my lap as opposed to exploring everything around us. With his fever-flushed head on my chest, I found myself singing to him.
Songs From Our Hearts Read Post »
One of the most delightful ways to observe Lent with children is to share stories about the life of Jesus including his death and resurrection, and Easter traditions.
Lenten Reading List Read Post »
As we approach Lent, I wonder how we can use this season to help the teenagers in our care, at home and at church, keep the door open for faith.
Youth in the Wilderness: A Lenten Reflection Read Post »
Every year my sermon for Ash Wednesday comes down to one thing: this business of smearing ashes on our faces? It’s for us, not for God.
Changing the Subject: Parenting on Ash Wednesday Read Post »
The season of Lent is less than a week away. Now is the time to talk with your family about what you will be giving up and/or what disciplines you will be taking on.
Faith at Home – Preparing for Lent Read Post »