2. Since 2007 over a quarter of a million people have taken part nationwide. Love Life Live Lent is a new way of marking Lent. Instead of going on a detox or giving up chocolate, it encourages people to undertake a simple act of generosity each day. The actions are small and easy to do but can have a major impact on families, communities on the wider world.

3. is commended by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York. They say:

4. can be used by the whole church – from the very young to ‘The Love Life Live Lent booklets were really well received by everyone from 6 to 66 and beyond. What was really appreciated was the whole positive light tone combined with meaningful actions.’ Steve Hood, church leader ‘It was a good challenge apart from having to share my Easter eggs.’ Ben, aged 10 the very old. Everyone can join in!

5. There are booklets for adults and young people and for children There is a different theme for each day of the week:

6. The 42 actions are simple and fun to do! They start on Shrove Tuesday and end on Easter Sunday. Tick them off as you go along!

7. There are further resources on our website www.livelent.net to help you get the whole church and beyond involved including: Small group study materials Children’s group materials Youth group materials Collective worship material for schools You can also download a Love Live Live Lent poster

8. Love Life Live Lent is also great for families to do together. The LLLL family activity book contains: Daily actions for adults and children Lent and Easter activities Prayers Recipes

9. Want to get started? Have a look at our website www.livelent.net for more ideas Publicize the initiative early in the new year Make sure you order enough booklets and family books Plan a special event, such as a pancake party, to kick off Love Life Live Lent

10. Enjoy Living Lent and transforming your world!