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Category Archives: Lent
Hand Washing: A Maundy Thursday Devotion
It was 2 p.m. on a hot, dry day in Malawi. Already, the three of us representing ELCA World Hunger had visited a savings and credit cooperative, seen life-saving wells, and witnessed a goat project, piggery, and community seed bank. … Continue reading
Posted in Devotion, Lent
Tagged ELCA, ELCA World Hunger Appeal, ELCM, ELDS, Gather magazine, God's work. Our hands., hand washing, Holy Week, Luke 13:14-15, LWT, Malawi, Maundy Thursday
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Tempted
Fat Tuesday is the New Year’s Eve of Lent. Many faithful believers are having one last hurrah before “giving up” (chocolate, Facebook) or “adding on” (mid-week worship, devotional walking) during the 40-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Some of … Continue reading
Posted in Devotion, Lectionary, Lent
Tagged February 26, Lent, Lenten resolutions, Mark 1:9-15, tempted
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Tempted to give up on Lent
Long ago, I gave up giving up for Lent. Don’t get me wrong; I know that fasting and self-denial are profound spiritual disciplines. I also know that I did it wrong. My weak attempts at giving up during Lent ended … Continue reading