Lent is a special 40-day period for Christians leading up to Easter. It's a time for reflection, fasting, prayer, and penance, remembering the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert. Lent kicks off on Ash Wednesday and wraps up on Holy Saturday, just before Easter Sunday. It's all about deepening faith and getting spiritually ready for the celebration of Christ's resurrection.
7:30am Ash Wednesday Service
A short service of ashing before the day begins.
6:00pm Pyjama Service
A 30-minute service for families with preschool- or primary-aged children. Normal clothes allowed too!
8:00-9:15pm Kingdom Come
An opportunity for extended worship and listening to God, receiving the ashes as part of our prayer time.
We are encouraging you to engage with Lent resources provided by Lectio 365, a completely free daily devotional app.
Our home groups will be watching weekly videos but if you’re not in a home group, or just want to be prompted through the week, we’ll be sharing these videos and drip-feeding questions through a Whatsapp Group. (This group will be deleted after Lent.)
‘Walking Together’ - Lent Book
We have our own 72-page full-colour booklet, full of stories, reflections, prayers and images to guide you through the season of Lent.
You can buy your digital copy below.
Embark on a transformative journey through Lent, joining members of St Michael’s, St Stephen’s, and Ackroydon Community Church as they share personal stories and cherished Bible passages, reflecting the diverse tapestry of our community.
Whether filled with gratitude, pain, or hope, these encounters mirror the human experience, inviting you to connect with others and discover the presence of Jesus along the way.
