At the Of our belief
We Believe God radically changed the universe through
The Passion
The Death
The Resurrection of Christ
Which we are reminded of at Lent
What do you think of when you hear this word? LENT
Penance? Ashes? Fasting? Purple?
WHAT ABOUT
Baptism?
Baptism is the to understanding lent
Lent leads to the Easter celebration
It was originally the 40-day retreat for those Preparing for Baptism at Easter
Scripture says it’s about
Renewal of
Death of +
Ash Wednesday begins forty days of preparation for celebrating the Resurrection. Be faithful to the Gospel and turn away from sin
Lent celebrates the memory of the forty days Jesus spent alone praying in the desert.
Lent is a time for strengthening our faith, a time to reflect on who we are and where we are going.
It is a time of quiet and prayer, a time of penance and meditation,
a time to become aware of our strength and weakness. Pride Lust Envy Anger Sloth Gluttony Greed
Father in Heaven, the light of your truth bestows sight to the darkness of sinful eyes. May this season of repentance bring us the blessings of forgiveness and the gift of your light.
So why do we give something up for Lent?
What are you going to give up for Lent?
How will you serve as a disciple to give others new life?
How do other cultures celebrate Lent?
Mardi Gras
Ostern – Germany
Semana Santa - Spain
Buona Pasqua - Italy
Pascoa - Brazil
Mexico
Black Nazarene Philippines