Lent begins Wednesday, February 17, the day I return from renewal leave. Talk about a season of transition! A few years ago, the good folks at #PictureLent suggested creating a wilderness rock garden as a visual reminder of the season. I loved the idea and continue to use it. WHAT YOU WILL NEED Sand A tray At least 40 rocks in a container Tealight and holder optional- additional symbols ASSEMBLING THE ROCK GARDEN Place a couple of inches of sand in the tray. I used a woven tray so I had to line it with parchment paper and place it on a solid tray. Place the tealight in its holder on the sand. Add additional symbols if you like. I use a mixture of rocks and shells from my travels in my garden. Use what’s meaningful to you. USING THE ROCK GARDEN Spend a few moments in quietness as you place a rock in the garden every day during Lent. What does the rock mean to you? * Is it a burden you are releasing to God? * Are you marking your time with Jesus in the wilderness? * Is it a habit tracker for something you’ve given up for Lent or a holy habit you’ve added for Lent? *Something else? On Sundays, light the candle instead of placing a rock in the garden. Every Sunday is a little Easter, even during Lent. Comment with your ideas for making and using the garden below! #lent #ashwednesday #rhythm #sacredrhythms #focus #intentionalliving #mindfulnesspractice #braveliving #wholeheartedliving #spiritualpractice #spiritualdiscipline #meansofgrace #stoplooklisten #fullypresent #listeningtogod #godisnear #christianspirituality #trustgod #sanctification #spiritualmaturity #journeyoffaith #lent2021 (at Sarasota, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CK6UY39laPL/?igshid=16zcs2532s12o
