Not your typical invite... "I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the observance of a holy Lent, by self‑examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self‑denial; and by reading and meditating on God’s holy Word." Every year we are offered the invitation to the observance of a holy Lent. What we are really invited into, is a period of deeper discipleship. A time to pick up some of the tools that deepen our faith, stir us to action, and help us grow in our knowledge and understanding of our Lord Jesus Christ. The acceptance of this invitation will cost us a bit of time and perhaps some resources, but I would suggest that the benefits far outweigh the costs. So, I encourage you to pick up some of the tools: prayer, fasting, self examination, and reading and meditating on God's word. in addition, I would encourage you to participate in some of the activities and opportunities that we will have during the season of Lent. Certainly you can join us on Sunday mornings for Bible study, or you might invite a friend or family member to Alpha. You can find a bit mor information on that later in this newsletter. I am also looking into a safe way to walk the stations of the cross(perhaps outdoors in various locations). So go ahead, pick up some tools and use them…and lets grow as disciples and followers of Jesus I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God-- what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:1-2 Blessings,
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