HTLC invites you to join us in using the “Living Well Through Lent” Devotional from Living Compass. Below you’ll find the introduction to the devotional and a link to download the PDF.
Lent is a time for introspection and self-reflection, a time to reflect on the core of what it means to live a Christian life in the midst of great change and uncertainty. When facing change and uncertainty, few practices are more central to that life than letting go so that we are freer to receive the gifts God has to offer us.
We are delighted that you have chosen to use our 2022 Lenten devotional to assist you on your own journey. And we are honored to have ten guest writers to help us reflect on this year’s theme of Letting Go with All Your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind. Their diverse and rich voices encourage us to understand that in order to prepare for the new life of Easter, we need to be intentional about discerning what it truly means to let go with our whole being.
As important as are the daily readings in this devotional, even more sig-nificant will be the reflections and insights that emerge in response to the readings. We encourage you to record them, either in the spaces provided, or in a separate journal. To help you to more deeply connect with what holds value and meaning at this time in your life, we have included four spiritual prayer practices on pp. 78-80 that you can engage with if that appeals to you. When possible, join or start a group (both in person and virtual work well for this) where you can discuss your thoughts with oth-ers. Our Facilitator Guide provides additional guidance on how to use this devotional when hosting small-group reflection and conversation.
I would also like to invite you to join our Lenten Facebook retreat group. If you participate in this private online group, you will be enriched by your interactions with hundreds of others who are also reading this devotional. Additionally, we are offering an opportunity to have the reflections from this devotional emailed to you each day during Lent. See the inside front cover for more information.
It is an honor to walk with you on the journey through Lent toward Easter.
The Rev. Dr. Scott Stoner
Director, Living Compass Spirituality & Wellness Ministry Initiative