During this time before Easter we are challenged to open ourselves in new ways to the Spirit’s transforming power – not unlike Jesus did at the beginning of his ministry.
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Monday, March 14, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
Lent Begins March 13th
From the beginning, part and parcel of the Lenten observance has been alms giving.
The purpose of fasting is not so much a bodily discipline as it is a sharhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifing discipline.
Becoming aware of the needs of others, and responding to them with generous gifts of our time and talents and money are particularly transforming.
During this season we will be emphasizing our One Great Hour of Sharing as a concrete way of self-sacrifice for the needs of others.
The discipline of a daily gift to the One Great Hour of Sharing jar is a concrete way of focusing our thoughts on our individual purpose for living.
It becomes an expression of the faith we proclaim.
We will dedicate these special offerings on Palm Sunday, April 17.
Be with us each Sunday during this Lenten season at Christ Presbyterian Church in Drexel Hill.
The purpose of fasting is not so much a bodily discipline as it is a sharhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifing discipline.
Becoming aware of the needs of others, and responding to them with generous gifts of our time and talents and money are particularly transforming.
During this season we will be emphasizing our One Great Hour of Sharing as a concrete way of self-sacrifice for the needs of others.
The discipline of a daily gift to the One Great Hour of Sharing jar is a concrete way of focusing our thoughts on our individual purpose for living.
It becomes an expression of the faith we proclaim.
We will dedicate these special offerings on Palm Sunday, April 17.
Be with us each Sunday during this Lenten season at Christ Presbyterian Church in Drexel Hill.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
11 Ways to Observe Lent - According to Jesus
Wash your face and comb your hair. (Mat 6:17b)
Do not put on a sad face. (Mat 6:16)
When you pray, go to your room, close the door. (Mat 6:6)
When you pray, do not use a lot of meaningless words. (Mat 6:7)
Make certain you do not perform your religious duties in public so that people will see what you do. (Mat 6:1)
When you give something to a needy person, do not make a big show of it. (Mat 6:2)
When you help a needy person, do it in such a way that even your closest friend will not know about it. (Mat 6:3)
Your heart will always be where your treasure is. (Mat 6:21)
Do not worry about tomorrow. (Mat 6:34)
Can any of you live a bit longer by worrying about it? (Mat 6:27)
Be concerned above everything else with the Kingdom of God and with what God requires of you.(Mat 6:33)
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Lent Begins March 13th
Because Presbyterians rebelled against all things Catholic, Lent was never celebrated in most Presbyterian churches until recent years.
But, Lent is such a rich time.
It is an excellent opportunity for us to really focus on things that matter.
Lent is meant to remind us that
the days are getting longer –
Spring is right around the corner.
Signs of life are preparing to bud right in front of our eyes.
And, we need to prepare ourselves to see these signs!
Be with us at Christ Presbyterian Church in Drexel Hill each Sunday during these 40 days before Easter.
But, Lent is such a rich time.
It is an excellent opportunity for us to really focus on things that matter.
Lent is meant to remind us that
the days are getting longer –
Spring is right around the corner.
Signs of life are preparing to bud right in front of our eyes.
And, we need to prepare ourselves to see these signs!
Be with us at Christ Presbyterian Church in Drexel Hill each Sunday during these 40 days before Easter.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Lent Begins March 13th
We need Lent!
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Lent encourages us to look within ourselves to see how we have confused popular cultural values with Christian faith.
Through a sustained focus on the life and ministry of Jesus, Lent can help us resist the pressures of this culture.
Lent can remind us that we are called to continue his ministry: "As the Father has sent me, so I send you" (John 20:21).
Consequently, Lent prepares us for an Easter that is more than bunnies and eggs, an Easter that begins a whole new reality – a whole new world.
Plan to be with Christ Presbyterian Church each Sunday during this Lenten season to prepare for the coming of Easter.
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Lent encourages us to look within ourselves to see how we have confused popular cultural values with Christian faith.
Through a sustained focus on the life and ministry of Jesus, Lent can help us resist the pressures of this culture.
Lent can remind us that we are called to continue his ministry: "As the Father has sent me, so I send you" (John 20:21).
Consequently, Lent prepares us for an Easter that is more than bunnies and eggs, an Easter that begins a whole new reality – a whole new world.
Plan to be with Christ Presbyterian Church each Sunday during this Lenten season to prepare for the coming of Easter.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Lent Begins March 13th
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.
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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