A Lenten Time of Devotion and Reflection: Online Zoom Sessions Begin February 17th
Are you looking for a way to move through the season of Lent with new trust in God and more compassion for others, but are not available for a Wednesday night class? Join Rev. Dr. C. Kay Fuino on Friday mornings, beginning February 17th at 10 a.m., for an online Zoom session to walk together through The Desert of Compassion: Devotions for the Lenten Journey.
The desert, a landscape both severe and beautiful, embodies spiritual struggle and divine support. Jesus experienced forty days of testing and transformation in the rugged Judean desert. Whether disease, social injustice, personal loss, or other challenges have led you to the spiritual desert, it may seem doubtful that any good can come from hardship. Yet it was the arid wilderness of physical deprivation and soul-deep testing that prepared Jesus to live a life of devotion, courage, and merciful service to others. Deserts have much to teach about vulnerability, tenacity, and the interdependence of living beings.
The season of Lent, based on Jesus’ forty days in the desert, calls you to navigate your own trials with trust in God and compassion for yourself. By doing so, you can learn to treat your dear ones, your neighbors, and all creatures with care contoured by wisdom.
In these daily devotions for the Lenten journey, author Rachel M. Srubas draws on her life and learnings as a contemplative pastor, spiritual director, and desert dweller. Written in language both relatable and reverent, The Desert of Compassion provides daily Lenten sustenance inspired by sacred Scripture, present-day teachings, and personal experience.
Each week we will meet to talk about our own desert experience and the testing we are facing in our trials for this world. The book may be ordered from Amazon. Please register by contacting Rev. Dr. Fuino by e-mail at RevCKay@gmail.com by February 10th. Once you have registered you will receive the Zoom link for the group meeting.