Event Title: Making Room: A 40-Day Lenten Journey
Date: Ash Wednesday, February 18 – Easter Sunday, April 5
Location: Daily at Home | Weekly on Facebook | Sunday Fellowship
Hosted by: Candler Community Care Ministry
About the Event
What if Lent wasn’t just about giving something up, but about making room for something better?
This year, our church family is embarking on a unique 40-day journey titled "Making Room." Inspired by Jesus’ time in the wilderness, we are intentionally clearing away the "clutter" of our modern lives—the noise, the waste, the hurry, and the distractions—to create a sacred space where we can hear God’s voice more clearly.
Whether you have practiced Lent for decades or this is your very first time, this journey is designed for every ability and every generation. ### What to Expect When you join the "Making Room" journey, you aren’t just getting a calendar; you’re joining a community of practice. Participants will receive a Lenten Journey Booklet featuring:
Weekly Themes: Focus areas including the Fast of Noise, Waste, Stuff, Hurry, and Self.
Simple Daily Actions: High-impact, low-barrier activities that anyone can do.
Weekly Prayers & Verses: Shared words to unite our hearts in prayer every morning.
A Prayer Journaling Guide: Space to document how God is moving in your life.
Connect With Us Online
We believe the journey is better together! We encourage everyone to share their experiences on our Facebook page using the hashtag #CandlerUMCMakesRoom. Look for our weekly "Photo Prompts" to see how your neighbors are making room in their own lives.
How to Participate
Pick up your Booklet: Available at the Church.
Join a Social Media Buddy: If you need help sharing your journey online, let us know! We have volunteers ready to help you post your photos and updates.
Commit to the Quiet: Prepare your heart to move slowly and listen deeply as we approach the miracle of Easter.
"Be still, and know that I am God." — Psalm 46:10