LENT 2026 RESOURCES

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What is Lent?

Lent is a 40-day journey (excluding Sundays) leading up to Easter. It begins on Ash Wednesday, immediately following Shrove Tuesday (Mardi Gras). Historically, Christians use this season to pause, reflect, and deepen their faith through intentional spiritual disciplines.

How to Observe the Season

There is no "right" way to observe Lent. Many choose to:
  • Fast: Give up a daily habit or luxury (like coffee or social media) to refocus on God.
  • Grow: Take on a new spiritual practice, such as daily prayer or Scripture reading.
  • Serve: Engage in community actions like recycling or donating to a local food pantry.

Daily Devotionals

Looking for more ways to grow? Our church family regularly uses these free online devotionals to stay grounded in faith. We’ve collected them here in hopes that they bring you fresh encouragement and wisdom each day.
  • The Upper Room A global classic that features daily stories and prayers written by people from all walks of life around the world.
  • Get Them Talking Perfect for parents and grandparents, these discussion starters help families engage in meaningful faith conversations at the dinner table or on the go.
  • Church of the Resurrection: GPS The "Grow, Pray, Study" (GPS) guide provides daily scripture readings and reflections that go deeper into the weekly sermon themes.
  • Notes for a New Day A wonderful regional resource from the Horizon Texas Conference, offering daily encouragement tailored for our local faith community.
  • Our Daily Bread Short, relatable, and biblical reflections designed to help you connect with God's Word in just a few minutes each day.

​Journey Through the Gospel of Mark

If you are looking for a way to connect with God through Scripture this season, we invite you to explore the Gospel of Mark.  As the shortest and earliest of the four gospels, Mark offers a fast-paced and vivid account of Jesus’ life. Because it was written first and used as a primary source for the other gospels, it provides a unique, direct perspective on Jesus’ ministry. To support you in your Lenten journey, we have curated:
  • A Daily Reading Plan: A guided path through the entire book is provided on the right.
  • Reading Tips: Simple strategies to help you stay consistent and focused are below.

​Tips for a Meaningful Reading Experience

To help you stay consistent and get the most out of your journey through Mark, consider these simple strategies:

1. Create a Sacred Space & Time  Consistency is key. Choose a specific time and a quiet place for your reading. By making it a habit, you create a dedicated space for God in your daily routine.

2. Use Visual Reminders  Keep your Bible where you can’t miss it!
  • Morning readers: Place it right next to the coffee pot.
  • Evening readers: Set it on your pillow when you make the bed so it’s waiting for the end of your day.

3. Commit with Intention  Treat this as an appointment with God. Do your best to show up every day, setting aside excuses to prioritize this time of reflection.

4. Lean into Grace  If life gets in the way and you miss a day, don’t be discouraged. Simply pick up where you left off. You can use a weekend or a quieter day to catch up—remember, the goal is connection, not perfection.

5. Let Prayer Lead the Way  Scripture and prayer are natural companions. Before you begin, ask for clarity; when you finish, talk to God about what you read.

6. Keep a Journal  Have a notepad or journal nearby. Use it to jot down verses that inspire you, questions that arise, or things that challenge you. Writing things down helps the Word take root.

7. View it as a Gift  Approach this reading as a gift from God. Enjoy the process! If you feel moved, share what you are learning with a friend—your journey might be exactly the inspiration someone else needs.

Important Dates

Ash Wednesday:  February 18
Palm Sunday:  March 29
Good Friday:  April 3
​Easter Sunday:  April 5

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Scripture Readings

BEGINNING OF LENT
​​Ash Wed, Feb 18 Mark 1:1-15
Thurs, Feb 19 Mark 1:16-34
Fri, Feb 20 Mark 1:35-2:12
Sat, Feb 21 Mark 2:13-28

WEEK 1
Mon, Feb 23, Mark 3:1-19
Tues, Feb 24, Mark 3:20-35 
Wed, Feb 25, Mark 4:1-20
Thurs, Feb 26, Mark 4:21-41
​Fri, Feb 27, Mark 5:1-20
Sat, Feb 28, Mark 5:21-34

WEEK 2
Mon, March 2, Mark 5:35-43
Tues, March 3, Mark 6:1-13
Wed, March 4, Mark 6:14-29
Thurs, March 5, Mark 6:30-56
Fri, March 6, Mark 7:1-23
Sat, March 7, Mark 7:24-37

WEEK 3
Mon, March 9, Mark 8:1-21
Tues, March 10, Mark 8:22-33
Wed, March 11, Mark 8:34-9:13
Thurs, March 12, Mark 9:14-29
Fri, March 13, Mark 9:30-50
Sat, March 14, Mark 10:1-12

WEEK 4
Mon, March 16, Mark 10:13-31
Tues, March 17, Mark 10:32-45
Wed, March 18, Mark 10:46-11:11
Thurs, March 19, Mark 11:12-25
Fri, March 20, Mark 11:27-12:12
Sat, March 21, Mark 12:13-27

WEEK 5
Mon, March 23, Mark 12:28-34
Tues, March 24, Mark 12:35-44
Wed, March 25, Mark 13:1-19
Thurs, March 26, Mark 13:20-37
Fri, March 27, Mark 14:1-11
Sat, March 28, Mark 14:12-26

WEEK 6
Mon, March 30, Mark 14:27-42
Tues, March 31, Mark 14:43-65
Wed, April 1, Mark 14:66-15:15
Holy Thurs, April 2, Mark 15:16-32
Good Fri, April 3, Mark 15:33-47
Saturday, April 4, Mark 16:1-20​