This is the first Sunday in Lent, a time when we remember Jesus' time in the desert on his own before he began his public ministry and take time to take stock of our own lives.
Thank you to all those who shared their thoughts and experiences about observing Lent. One of you spoke of taking time to review their possessions. Another spoke of a Mothers Union campaign for 2012 called "Count Your Blessings" which invites us to pause before we turned on a light or tap and give some money to help those who whom light and water does not come at the flick of a switch. Another of you spoke of saying Compline together as a couple at the end of each day. Yet another of a friend who is posting three things to be thankful for on their Facebook page each day.
At TFG this morning we sampled an activity called the examen. The PP presentation on the examen can be viewed here. The music following can be heard here (click on the triangular play icon - you do not have to pay anything to stream, only to download to keep.) If you would like more on the examen, click here and here.
However you are observing the next six weeks till Easter, may it turn out to be a journey that brings you greater understanding of your self and God's purpose for you and of your part in making the world a better place for all.
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Peter King
