Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness
Sin weighs us down, but we long for freedom.

When harmful words or actions lead to broken relationships, we often aim for forgiveness. But forgiveness can be elusive. Sometimes it can take our whole lives to forgive those who have harmed us. Sometimes we may never manage it. And when we are the ones responsible for rupture, we may long for a reconciliation that doesn’t come. 

Lent is a time to reflect on how Jesus frees us from the burden of sin, both personal and communal. It’s a time to orient ourselves toward Easter and the possibility of new life in Christ. Unburdened invites readers to hear God’s call to move away from brokenness and into the healing and hope of the resurrection. Author Carol Penner draws on her experiences as a pastor, chaplain, and theologian to help readers navigate the forgiveness journey. Through prayers, scripture reflections, and stories about individuals and communities, be encouraged to take small steps toward the freedom found in forgiveness.

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Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness
Sin weighs us down, but we long for freedom.

When harmful words or actions lead to broken relationships, we often aim for forgiveness. But forgiveness can be elusive. Sometimes it can take our whole lives to forgive those who have harmed us. Sometimes we may never manage it. And when we are the ones responsible for rupture, we may long for a reconciliation that doesn’t come. 

Lent is a time to reflect on how Jesus frees us from the burden of sin, both personal and communal. It’s a time to orient ourselves toward Easter and the possibility of new life in Christ. Unburdened invites readers to hear God’s call to move away from brokenness and into the healing and hope of the resurrection. Author Carol Penner draws on her experiences as a pastor, chaplain, and theologian to help readers navigate the forgiveness journey. Through prayers, scripture reflections, and stories about individuals and communities, be encouraged to take small steps toward the freedom found in forgiveness.

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Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness

Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness

by Carol Penner
Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness

Unburdened: A Lenten Journey toward Forgiveness

by Carol Penner

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Overview

Sin weighs us down, but we long for freedom.

When harmful words or actions lead to broken relationships, we often aim for forgiveness. But forgiveness can be elusive. Sometimes it can take our whole lives to forgive those who have harmed us. Sometimes we may never manage it. And when we are the ones responsible for rupture, we may long for a reconciliation that doesn’t come. 

Lent is a time to reflect on how Jesus frees us from the burden of sin, both personal and communal. It’s a time to orient ourselves toward Easter and the possibility of new life in Christ. Unburdened invites readers to hear God’s call to move away from brokenness and into the healing and hope of the resurrection. Author Carol Penner draws on her experiences as a pastor, chaplain, and theologian to help readers navigate the forgiveness journey. Through prayers, scripture reflections, and stories about individuals and communities, be encouraged to take small steps toward the freedom found in forgiveness.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781513813585
Publisher: MennoMedia
Publication date: 01/09/2024
Pages: 200
Product dimensions: 5.90(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Carol Penner has served as a pastor and chaplain and is an assistant professor and director of the theological studies program at Conrad Grebel University, in Waterloo, Ontario. She is the author of Every Day Worship and Healing Waters: Churches Working to End Violence Against Women and the coeditor of Resistance: Confronting Violence, Power, and Abuse in Peace Churches. She writes and speaks about worship, including for Rejoice! and Canadian Mennonite and on her worship blog, LeadingInWorship.com. 

Table of Contents

 

Wednesday: Bearing Mercy
Thursday: Praying in Parts
Friday: Inspiring Invitations
Saturday: Pondering Our Enemies
Palm Sunday: Acting Mercifully
Monday: Overcoming Shame
Tuesday: Singing Thanks

Week 6: Building Forgiveness
Wednesday: Being Transformed
Thursday: Supporting Accountability
Friday: Fostering Forgiveness
Saturday: Reaching Out
Palm Sunday: Making Peace
Monday: Relinquishing Revenge
Tuesday: Tending Sheep, Feeding Lambs

Week 7: Treading Holy Ground
Wednesday: Kneeling Faithfully
Maundy Thursday: Telling Our Stories
Good Friday: Breaking Free
Holy Saturday: Embracing Love
Easter Sunday: Leaping Over Walls!

Guide for Small Groups
Notes
The Author

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