Being emptied in Lent makes room for different kinds of full. Feeling empty reminds us to not stuff ourselves with the distractions that never really satisfy. Embracing emptiness helps us see that we are already full of the Divine.
Join Rev. Emily Meyer, Director of The Ministry Lab, as she invites you to wonder and reflect in the audio recording below.
Blackout Poetry
Discover the creativity that emerges from absence, or taking away, as you look closely for words that inspire you as you create original poems.
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Filling Up with Kindness
Researchers are clear on the critical importance of “filling” our children with messages of kindness, caring and their responsibility to the common good. If we do not do so intentionally, kids are left open to the drumbeat of societal messages exalting self centeredness and consumerism. One powerful way to share these big-hearted values is by weaving them into your daily routines. Offer this printable resource to the families in your congregation. Encourage them to print it and hang it in a prominent spot in their homes to remind them how easy – and important — it is to put a focus on compassion, empathy and gratitude each day.
Download this resource from Rev. Emily Meyer, Director of The Ministry Lab, full of additional reflections and questions for Leaders.
