Category: Lent Blog 2025
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A Letter from God: Finding Hope in 2026
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It is now 2026! A friend reminded me of a devotional I led in April 2018 at a board meeting. I asked everyone to write a letter to themselves from…
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Merry Christmas!
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I wanted to share one of my favorite versions of The First Noel from Leslie Odom jr. and the PS 22 Choir. https://youtu.be/SWXt2WEHyRE The first Noel the angel did sayWas…
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Gratitude and God’s Presence
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The post reflects on the importance of practicing gratitude and recognizing God’s presence during Advent and Christmas. It emphasizes the need to focus on the true meaning of the season…
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While We are Waiting
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Today marks the first Sunday in Advent, symbolized by lighting the candle of hope. Drawing on Romans 12:12, we are encouraged to be joyful, patient, and faithful in prayer. Through…
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Bloom even in the Darkness
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The Lenten Blog for 2025 concludes today, reflecting on the transformative journey of being a Faithful Witness alongside Jesus. Contributors shared faith stories and emphasized finding beauty in daily life,…
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Consider the Lilies
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The poem reflects on the arrival of a gray morning, contrasting its somberness with the resilience of nature, symbolized by the lilies of the field celebrating despite the gloom. It…
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When the World is Still Dark
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On Holy Saturday, many face darkness through personal challenges such as loss and uncertainty. The late minister Frederick Buechner emphasized the “stewardship of pain,” encouraging openness and engagement with both…
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The Gospel in a Glass
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The post reminisces about Good Friday 1956, reflecting on its solemnity, church gatherings, and children’s innocent questions about its significance, emphasizing the depth of selfless love and remembrance.
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Celestial Music
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The reflection explores the presence of children at Golgotha, engaging with the question of innocence amidst suffering. It considers Jesus’ childhood and his early prayer experiences, contrasting the beauty of…
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Walking with God’s Creatures
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The Lenten journey intertwines joy and grief, emphasizing that love, though painful, endures. Artist Patrice Donnell captures the essence of beloved pets through sculpture, highlighting their unconditional love. She advocates…