Traditionally, the church has set aside these 40 days prior to Easter as a time for personal reflection toward discovery of our purpose and renewed commitment to our faith.
Many cultures make a lot over the fasting nature of these 40 days.
Carnival is celebrated in many parts of the world the day before Lent begins as the last chance to eat meat for 40 days!
In this country Mardi gras is celhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifebrated in New Orleans on “fat Tuesday” – the day before the 40 day fast begins.
Today, we see these 40 days as an opportunity to attend to the parts of our lives that we often neglect.
We are challenged to open ourselves in new ways to the Spirit’s transforming power.
Plan to be with Christ Presbyterian Church in Drexel Hill each Sunday to prepare for the coming of Easter.
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