Episcopal Church Foundation Vital Practices

Our writers come from a variety of theological perspectives and ministries, representing all parts of the United States. A seminary dean, two bishops, an editor of an Episcopal journal, parish clergy, and lay leaders—all sharing in one Lord, one faith, one baptism (Ephesians 4:5). All committed to Episcopal Relief & Development’s mission of transforming lives and healing a hurting world.

Throughout the many weeks and months spent developing the 2011 Lenten Meditations, I have read the work of these writers over and over. Each time, there have been new blessings. I thought I could go back and find one selection to quote as a sample. No dice—it was impossible to choose just one. I think the best approach is for you to see for yourself by ordering the devotional or downloading a copy and digging in starting March 9th—Ash Wednesday. You can also have the meditations delivered to your inbox each day throughout Lent. Visit our Lenten Resources page to sign up.

During this holy season of Lent, I hope you will take time to read and reflect on the thoughts on these evangelists and teachers. For me, they shed new light on the lectionary readings and the ways in which I can act to reach out to people in need.