Introducing Lent: Class for Adults

Brendan Murphy on March 25, 2022

Introducing Lent is a class from ChurchNext and taught in sessions by Maggi Dawn author of Giving it Up a book of daily Bible readings for Lent.

Course Summary:

Lent is a holy season of devotion that offers wonderful opportunities for life transformation. Theologian and author Maggi Dawn unpacks the wonder of this season.

Course Description:

Lent is the Christian tithe. 40 days which we give back to God by intentionally drawing near to the Lord. The season of Lent is an opportunity for life-change, as we are invited to participate in special rituals and activities centered on Christ’s own preparation for death and resurrection.

Maggi Dawn knows much about this. She is the author of a book on Lent called Giving It Up, and has a special place in her heart for the ways in which Lent can transform lives and point them back at God. In this course, Maggi will teach us:

  • Why Commemorate Lent?
  • Origins of Lent
  • Themes of Lent
  • Practicing Lent

This course is an inspiring introduction to this holy season and is appropriate for those who are new or have spent years commemorating Lent.