What is Ash Wednesday? (+ How To Do It With Kids)
Ash Wednesday was not part of my upbringing, but a few years ago I had a hunch that there was something deeply meaningful about Ash Wednesday, but because it kept sneaking up on me, I never had time to figure it out in time. You are reading this, now, so I assume you...
40 Lent Activities for Families (that are simple and FUN!)
The season of Lent covers the 40-day period before Easter. Each year it starts on a different date (because Easter moves around), although always on Ash Wednesday. If you are looking for Lent activities for families (either your family or the families in your...
Your Ultimate Guide To Celebrating Lent…No Matter What Christian Tradition You’re From
I first heard of Lent waaaay back when I was about 20. That first year, I decided I wanted to try celebrating Lent by giving up something: sugar. That was SO hard. And to be honest, I didn’t really understand why I was doing it. Since then, I’ve...
The Surprisingly Simple Tradition That Will Bring Focus To Your Christmas
When I pull Advent candles out of their box, I run my fingers along their smooth surface and inhale their subtle scent. A lighter snaps and the wick shudders to life. One candle has the power to brighten the darkness but is incredibly fragile on its own. A single puff...