Join us any or all Sundays during Lent at 9:15am. You may also want to attend the Introduction session: At 5:30pm on Wednesday, February 22, join Laurie+ for a simple soup supper and for an introduction to the Way of Love in Lent, St. Francis’ Lenten program. Please RSVP to Laurie+ or on the bulletin board in the hallway.
February 26: PRACTICE ONE–TURN
As Christians, we are continually called to repent and be renewed in faith. This session introduces the Way of Love and invites participants to reflect on themes of repentance and the new life we have in Christ through baptism. Participants consider spiritual practices of turning away from the spiritual forces of evil and sin, and turn toward Christ. Led by Laurie+
March 5: PRACTICE TWO–PRAY
Israel’s Deliverance at the Red Sea (Exodus 14:10-15:1) God’s people prayed throughout their Exodus from slavery in Egypt: The Israelites cried out to God; Moses cried out on behalf of the people; Miriam gave thanks with tambourines and dance. This session invites participants to learn and practice varieties of prayer. Led by David Luckes
March 12: PRACTICE THREE–LEARN
Wisdom and Live (Proverbs 8:1-8, 19-21; 9:4b-6) As wisdom says: “My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver.” This session will take a careful look at the gift of wisdom through the practice of reading Scripture. Participants will leave with a model for “holy reading.” Led by Michael Booker
March 19: PRACTICE FOUR–BLESS: A New Heart and a New Spirit (Ezekiel 36:24-28)
Blessed by God, we can bless others and bear new life in the world. This session examines the scriptural call to be freed from idols and given a new heart. Participants explore their ties to modern day “idols” (work, money, power, etc.) to see what practices can be transformed into blessings for the sake of the world. Led by David Luckes
March 26: PRACTICE FIVE–REST: The Valley of Dry Bones (Ezekiel 37:1-14)
True sabbath time will help to restore us – body, mind, and soul – like the dry bones into which God breathes new life. This session explores the meaning of sabbath and the variety of ways to keep it. Participants commit to their own specific sabbath practice. Led by Laurie+
April 2: PRACTICE SIX + SEVEN — WORSHIP & GO
The Gathering of God’s People (Zephaniah 3:12-20). This session includes a clear call to worship God and give thanks for all God’s blessings. Participants try out practices designed to help them see the glory of God in all things, turning life itself into an act of worship. Led by Michael Booker