Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the time of preparation before celebrating Easter. This session introduces the 40 days of preparation (which do not include Sundays) and links them with the 40 days that Jesus spent in the desert, preparing for the work that God had sent him to earth to do.

Session aim: To introduce a time of preparation for Easter that focuses on trying to grow as disciples of Jesus.

From 50 Praise, Pray and Play Sessions - Easy-to-run all-age outlines for use throughout the week by Rona Orme.