Welcome to our Lenten Resources Page for Adults
"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. And, to make a right beginning
of repentance . . . "

from the Ash Wednesday Exhortation
Book of Common Prayer, p. 265
After St. Teresa of Avila, a spiritual giant and superior of a Carmelite monastery in Spain, participated in the sacrament of reconciliation, she would stand outside the confessional and wait for all the sisters in her convent to also finish their individual confessions. And as the sisters came out, she would greet each one, put her hands on their shoulders, look them in the eye and say, "Begin Again, Begin Again!" This sums up the core of our Lenten observance.  It is especially relevant in these days as we look for the end of our confinement and emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a perfect time to consider how we shall Begin Again in so many ways.
We all face  challenges as individuals and as a community of faith. The opportunity that Lent provides for us to take a step back, to read, to contemplate, to consider, and to pray will help fit us for the challenges that lie before us. To this end, at St. Luke's we will undertake our traditional Lenten disciplines with renewed vigor as we together seek to discover the great graces that God has in store for us.  
Below you will find resources for our personal renewal and for our renewal as a faith community.
​Take advantage of any or all of these opportunities. 

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    DAILY E-MAIL SERIES - "Living Lent Daily"
    Subscribe here to the daily e-mail series from St. Luke's filled with lessons of hope and courage, inspired by a variety of resources. Each day you will receive reflections that will offer encouragement in these confusing and turbulent times. Messages will include suggestions for further exploration of different Lenten themes through additional online articles and prayers. Take time each day for Living Lent Daily and prepare your heart for a new appreciation of the journey to Easter Just give us the e-mail address where you would like to receive Living Lent Daily. 

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    Sign-up for Lenten Series (Wednesdays 7 PM)

    WEDNESDAY SERIES – “If God be for us  . . .”
    St. Paul teaches a valuable truth: “If God be for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). Though God’s grace is with us always, God requires to cooperate with the lovingkindness he shares.

    Even though we cannot gather for our usual Lenten suppers and presentations, we can still take time to learn and to reflect on how we participate in God’s great work. This series of online presentations will focus on five aspects of the spiritual life that provide the foundation for our ability to Begin Again! ​Mark your calendars for each Wednesday in Lent from February 24th through March 24th at 7 PM to join us in our Virtual Auditorium ( ZOOM ).  (See topic details below)

    Sign-up by submitting your e-mail address below. You will receive a confirmation email with the link to the ZOOM meeting. It is the same link every week, so save this one find it again on the parish website (www.stlukeslebanon.org).
    To access information on individual presentations or to watch a recording of past sessions, please click here. 

Wednesday Morning Eucharist - 10 AM (in person & online)

Wednesday evening Presentations - 7 PM (Online)
​"If God be for us . . . "
Join us for Eucharist on Wednesday mornings at 10 AM.
The celebration occurs in person and will be livestreamed on our YouTube channel. You can access the livestream through our website under "This Week at St. Lukes"

Sunday Adult Forum 1:30 PM (online)
"tEACH US TO pRAY"

very Sunday in Lent, we will gather for an Adult Forum in our Virtual Page Room (ZOOM) to discuss issues surrounding prayer. Why we need it . . . and why we don't do it. Input will center around ideas about prayer and how we each relate to them. Some pointers will emerge that will help each of us pray in the way that is best suited for us. Join us! [You can access the virtual Pafe Room through our website under "This Week at St. Lukes".]
  • February 21st - Ten reasons we find it difficult to pray.
A discussion about the importance of prayer and why it seems to elude so many of us.  
  • ​February 28th - Praying without knowing it
A discussion about the ways we may already be praying without naming it as prayer. 
  • March 7th - Prayer as friendship with God. 
A discussion about how the same traits that make for good friendships with others also make for a good relationship with God.
  • March 14th - Everyone needs help - prayer as petition
​A discussion about how we can pray for others and for ourselves.
  • March 21st - Prayer is for everyone
​A discussion on the many kinds of prayer - and some of the basics of how to pray. ​

Thursday Morning Bible Study 10 AM (online)

Every Thursday morning, we gather in our virtual Page Room for a bible study focused on the readings from the Sunday to follow. Join us at 10 AM every Thursday. Click here for access. 

Friday - Stations of the cross

Every week, a new version online of this beloved Lenten devotion.
This week, a beautiful rendition was produced by Virginia Theological Seminary. 
Join us in our virtual auditorium (ZOOM) for a five weekly presentations through Lent. The series seeks to set a firm foundation for our emergence from the COVID-19 pandemic as we strive to Begin Again! as a faith community grounded in the love of God.  [You can access the virtual auditorium through our website under "This Week at St. Lukes"]
You can access other information and session recordings here. 
  • February 24th - Self awareness.
Self Awareness is having a clear perception of your personality, including strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions. Self Awareness allows you to understand other people, how they perceive you, your attitude and your responses to them in the moment. It is how we become present to God.
  • March 3rd - Mindfulness.
Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present. When you’re mindful, you observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, without judging them good or bad. Instead of letting your life pass you by, mindfulness means living in the moment and awakening to experience.
  • March 10th - Self care.
Self care is unique for each person and can be understood in many different ways. In its simplest form, the term refers to our ability as human beings to function effectively in the world while meeting the multiple challenges of daily life with a sense of energy, vitality, and confidence. Self care is initiated and maintained by us as individuals — it requires our active engagement.
  • March 17th - Positive relationships in community.
Positive Relationships are the people who support and care for us — and we care for them. One of the most profound experiences we can have in our lives is the connection we have with other human beings. By building positive relationships with others, we will be happier and more fulfilled and feel more supported, supportive, and connected. Positive and supportive relationships will help us to feel healthier, happier, and more satisfied with our lives.
  • March 24th - Mission.
Mission is a recognition that we belong to and serve something bigger than ourselves. Our mission helps to shape the mindset and attitude we have toward others and the events we experience. 
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