What is Lent?

Lent is a 40-day period of self-examination, repentance and penitence in preparation for Easter. Modern Christians generally observe Lent by emphasizing their relationship with God, choosing to give up something (like a favorite food), or to give of themselves by performing volunteer work. Lent is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our faith and ourselves, and each year Covenant offers several choices for Lenten study.

If you'd like to learn more about Lent, here are a few links to get you started: (note that these links will take you off Covenant's website.)
- Lent 101 at Method.X [methodx.net]
- Lent answers from Ask Julian [upperroom.org]
- Easter and Lent resources at the General Board of Discipleship [gbod.org]