The fridge door is the message bank of most kitchens, where the whole family communicate about their lives. Therefore, a Lent Calendar ‘countdown’ to Easter seems a good way for families to remember that Lent is more than giving up some food or activity, it is a time of reflection and repentance, a time to study God’s word, live simply and explore Lent traditions that have helped… Continue reading

Grace Cube The Grace Cube can be cut out, folded up and glued into a cube, each side providing you with a different way to say grace at the meal table, take it in turns to throw the dice before you eat and say the prayer on the cube. A Grace is a prayer said before meals as a simple way to thank God for our lives and for providing us with the food we eat. Download the Grace Cube Other… Continue reading

The fridge door is the message bank of most kitchens, where the whole family communicate about their lives. Therefore, a Lent Calendar ‘countdown’ to Easter seems a good way for families to remember that Lent is more than giving up some food or activity, it is a time of reflection and repentance, a time to study God’s word, live simply and explore Lent traditions that have helped… Continue reading

Many families these days find it difficult to sit together at the dining table for a meal; there are television shows to watch, mum or dad might have to work late, the children have commitments, things are busy. Why not during Lent make the commitment to have one meal together at the dining table each week. During this time talk together as a family of your concerns, things you are thankful… Continue reading

Looking for Lent resources? Here’s a list of links you may find helpful: Fridge Faith for Families – Lent Calendar that will engage the whole family Children’s & Families Ministry – Lent & Easter Resources Synod of Victoria & Tasmania World Vision Lenten Resources – FREE Downloadable Bible Study and Youth Activity for Lent! Mission Resourcing Network – A page full of… Continue reading