Jesus, about to transition from the hidden mission of home to the public mission of proclaiming the Good News of God’s love, was drawn to pray and fast for 40 days in the desert. The desert. Why would Jesus go there – on purpose? Why does he invite us to join him there every Lent? And how do we do this?
The resources below offer perspective on the “desert” practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving; as well as give ideas for how to live them — individually or as families.
The resources below offer perspective on the “desert” practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving; as well as give ideas for how to live them — individually or as families.
Check out these helpful tips & Ideas for families
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> Living Lent- a four week journey
A 4-page “how to” guide that gives perspective and context to the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Offers creative ideas for how to live Lent as a family. > Lent Faith Conversations Family Conversation Starters for each week of Lent Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 For more creative ideas to live Lent for families, check out the Living Lent from the Diocese of Des Moines. |
- Lenten Activities for Children (Catholic Icing)
- Catholic Icing Lent Pinterest Board (Catholic Icing) Ideas for Kids
- A Busted Halo Online Lenten Calendar (Busted Halo)
- Lenten Calendar Download
- Families Lenten Journey/CRS Rice Bowl (CRS) CRS Rice Bowl can serve as the foundation to your family’s Lenten journey. We have prayer resources and activities to use during dinner, in the car on the way to school or whenever you have just a few moments to gather together, pause and pray. Use these holy days of Lent to respond to Pope Francis’ call to deepen your family’s faith life-and let CRS Rice Bowl accompany your family along the way.
- Simple, meatless meals from around the world (CRS) Perfect for Fridays during Lent for those who want to eat in Solidarity
- Catholic Social Teaching Stations of the Cross (CRS) Short video reflections that help us recognize Christ still walking to Calvary in the lives of so many of our brothers and sisters
- Holy Week@Home Experience (Pastoral Center) Worship services, prayers, and activities for the family. (Please read the leader page for this and the pages below, and request a free license. )
- Palm Sunday (Pastoral Center)
- Holy Thursday (Pastoral Center)
- Good Friday (Pastoral Center)
- Easter Sunday (Pastoral Center)
daily lenten reflections
FORMED Lent Resources
Check out this list of FORMED Lent Resources for kids, teens and adults. Don't have an account with FORMED yet? Go to formed.org and sign up for FREE under Saint Wendel parish. |
Brother Francis Daily Lenten Videos for Children
Learn and pray with Brother Francis this Lent. With several different seasons available to watch, Brother Francis will help children learn more about what Lent is all about and why it is so important. |
- Not By Bread Alone Prayerfully journey through Lent with inspiring and meaningful reflections on the daily Mass readings. In just a few minutes each day, the insightful meditations of Not by Bread Alone can deepen your experience of this solemn season of prayer and penance. Find these booklets in back of church!
- Fearless (Real Life Catholic) Fear has no power when we are rooted firmly in the love of God. Join us for a free 7-part video series as we confront what is holding us back from living with greater courage and freedom.
- Best Lent Ever (Dynamic Catholic) Lenten reflections right to your inbox.
lent music playlist
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Life Teen contributor Christina Mead made this playlist in the hopes that it will help us remember what Lent is all about. Enjoy!
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more on meaning
What is #Lent all about? Why do Christians receive ashes on Ash Wednesday? Why 40 days? Busted Halo explains the significance of this season of prayer, fasting, and giving, and how you can make the most of this time of repentance and renewal.
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What is Lent all about? Do you have to give up everything good and/or fun? Why do Catholics do Lent? Kai and Libby take you through the history of Lent and how to get the most out of it this year.
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In this video, Fr. Mike explains how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving are the three pillars of a spiritually fruitful Lent. He then challenges us to try new ways to exercise these Lenten practices, sharing several simple strategies for drawing closer to God during this holy season.
Jesus gives us an example of how to purify our hearts from all that keeps us from loving Him. Join us to find out what Lent is all about!
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Catholic author, Christopher West discusses the meaning and importance of fasting during Lent.
10 funs facts about Lent that you might not have known!
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