Lent is a time when followers of Jesus examine their lives, seeking ways to move closer to God. This year, we are inviting you to try a different activity each week and reflect on what you discover. Watch for a post with a new activity each week on Sunday through Instagram and Facebook and on Tuesday in the Weekly Listserv.
Moving closer to God
These activities will help us step away from demands and distractions of life. They can help us encounter God and focus on God’s presence. Spending time reaching toward God will touch you in ways you may not anticipate.
Do what works for you
- -There is no right or wrong way to do these activities.
- -You can do them each day, or 2 or 3 three times a week, or just once. Whatever works for you.
- -Try 5 – 10 minutes each time. You can do more or less time if you like.
- -Each week, use the questions to guide you in reflecting. Journaling or blogging is a good way to focus your reflection. Feel free to share part of your reflection on socials.
Read
We all read a variety of things every week, but for this moment, read so you can connect with God. Choose something and read it with an openness to God’s presence. You can try just about anything; a psalm, a gospel story, a book you loved as a child, a news article, poetry, a novel, or anything else.
- -Begin with a slow, deep breath
- -Read. Take your time. There’s no reason to rush. Jot down words or images that catch your attention. Think about the ideas you are encountering.
- -End with another slow, deep breath.
Afterwards, spend a few minutes writing/blogging about the experience. Where did you notice God? How did this reading impact you? What did you discover?