My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
A simple cross of ashes on a forehead, palm branches waved in the air with shouts of Hosanna, a piece of bread and a cup of wine, feet that are washed, a crown of thorns, a cross with victims attached, these are the sights, touches, sounds and tastes of Lent. Lent seems to involve our whole selves. This is not just a halfway point in the church year. Lent calls for us to jump in with both feet.
We are now just a few weeks into this season of reflection and renewal of our faith. We have committed ourselves to the disciplines of Lent which include, prayer, bible study, worship that is more frequent (think Sunday and Wednesday services), fasting and good works. How are you doing so far? There is still time to join the journey that will deepen your faith. I
t is interesting to see the ways that some people today are searching out all sorts of spiritual disciples rooted in a variety of faith traditions from around the globe, yet the Christian faith is filled with resources for spiritual growth.
In Christ,
Pastor Miller