LENTEN MUSIC & MEDITATION VIDEOS
Enjoy this lovely Lenten visual meditation
A reflection for the First Sunday of Lent from Salt & Light TV
Great advice for withdrawing from the busyness of life for Lent.
Short reflection on watching your media consumption
This meditative film can be used by adult prayer or scripture study groups, with youth, or for individual Lenten prayer.
Created and produced by St. Joan of Arc Parish, Streetsboro.
ASH WEDNESDAY VIDEOS
Beautiful views of the cosmos bring this unique Ash Wednesday meditation to life.
A 3 minute overview of Ash Wednesday and Lent
Explore Lenten customs with people on the street
Fr. Mike Schmitz reflects on Ash Wednesday

Online Resources

Find Lent Activities and Printables from RCL Benziger
  • Burying the Alleluia
  • St. Joseph's Table
  • Repenting During Lent
  • Forgiveness Cards
  • ​Following Jesus Through Lent Books​
Check out this page of Lenten Activities
from Loyola Press 
  • ​Ash Wednesday
  • Stations of the Cross
  • Prayers and Retreats
  • Seven Last Words...and more! 
​This series of articles gives excellent background and reflection from Loyola for the Stations of the Cross:
 CLICK HERE for a creative idea for teaching kids to "put away the alleluias" for Lent! (from Building Faith) 

CLICK HERE for a "Lent in a Bag" idea for home or parish or school. 
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Sadlier Religion has excellent resources and downloads on:
"How to Engage Young Catholics in Good Works this Lenten Season" CLICK HERE
"Helping Families Celebrate Lent" CLICK HERE
"15+ FREE Resources for Lent You Will Love" CLICK HERE
Praying Through Lent
Sign up HERE to get "Living Lent Daily" by James P. Campbell, D.Min., author of 52 Simple Ways to Talk with Your Kids about Faith and editor of The Joy of Discipleship and Embracing the Way of Jesus by Pope Francis.

Sign up HERE for "From Ashes to Glory," which invites you to take up the practice of reflecting on your day, its gifts and graces, and the progress you are making in life with Christ. It’s a way of praying the Examen through Lent, with materials by Joseph Tetlow, SJ. 

CLICK HERE for "Can I Be in Consolation and Desolation at the Same Time?," an article by Venita Hampton Wright. 
Catholic Relief Services 
offers many resources for answering our call to PRAY, FAST, and GIVE.
​CLICK HERE

 Other online crafts, games, prayer services, & printable activities

Lamb of God Craft How-To Video
http://youtu.be/LZE9iKxa_T0
That Resource Site (Lent)​- click here
Catholic Icing (Lent) - http://catholicicing.com/2013/02/lenten-activities-for-children/
Hot Cross Buns Recipe - ​https://www.makingmusicprayingtwice.com/kids-activity-pages/lent-celebrate-faith-copy
Lent Crossword Puzzle - http://www.churchyear.net/lentpuzzle.pdf
Lent Crossword Puzzle2 - http://www.domestic-church.com/CONTENT.DCC/19980301/FRIDGE/FRSTLENTX.HTM
Lent Word Search Puzzle - http://www.wordsearchfun.com/102362_lent_wordsearch.html
What's the connection between Mardi Gras and the Church?

LENTEN REFLECTIONS VIDEOS: Serious and Humorous

BEST Lenten advice EVER!!!
Bishop Robert Barron's thoughts on Lent
How about giving up something more meaningful than food?
Hilarious video about picking odd and awkward things to give up for Lent!
A lighthearted look at Ash Wednesday and Lent,
set to the tune of a popular 80s song
Matt Maher's 40 Days music video
Christ Be Our Light Music video with lyrics.
Beautiful Taize chant music video
LENTEN SCRIPTURE
Two wonderful renditions of The Woman at the Well. 
Jesus Cleanses the Temple

In the Library:

Borrow these Lenten Reflection Books from our Diocesan Library
To reserve call 330 744-8451 ext. 297 or email library@youngstowndiocese.org

Working Toward Sainthood: Daily Reflections for Lent by Alice Camille. Twenty Third Publications, 2013.
We are all saints in progress, says the great spiritual writer Alice Camille. And Lent is the perfect time to let the saint inside each of us “come out and get some exercise.” These daily meditations on the readings of the Mass invite us to immerse ourselves in the season by getting in touch with the saints within. Camille assures us that despite (or maybe because of) our imperfections, we can be saints and superheroes. “They may not know us by our capes,” she says. “But they will know us by our love.”
The People of the Way of the Cross: Walking with Jesus Through the Eyes of 14 Witnesses.  Alborghetti, Marci.  Twenty Third Publications, 2016. 
In fourteen penetrating narratives, Marci Alborghetti imagines the stories behind the people who witnessed Jesus’ Way of the Cross. Some are historical, scriptural, or traditional figures, such as Pilate, Nicodemus, Veronica, and Dismas. Others are unnamed and anonymous, but equally compelling—a soldier casting lots, a child lost in the crowd, and a slave who carries a fateful hammer. Each individual encounters Jesus in a unique way. And each is profoundly changed by the experience
Lent and Easter Wisdom from Thomas Merton, The Merton Institute for Contemplative Living.  Liguori, 2007. 
Let the words of Trappist monk Thomas Merton lead you through the holy season of Lent and into Easter. The author was known for his journaling skills. With that in mind, the daily format includes an explanation of one facet of the season, followed by Merton's writings, appropriate Scripture passages and a daily journal topic to encourage your own thoughts related to Lent and Easter.
Simplifying the Soul: Lenten Practices to Renew Your Spirit
by Paula Huston, Ave Maria Press, 2011
Huston invites readers to de-clutter their minds, hearts, souls, and relationships thorough this book of daily Lenten practices woven from the Gospels, the Desert Fathers and Mothers, and the author's own wealth of experience.
Being the Body of Christ: What the People of the Passion Teach us about Jesus today, by Marci Alborghetti.
One is his mother. Another is a friend. Still another is a stranger. They are among the seven people who witness Jesus’ death on the cross. Each chapter offers questions and topics for personal reflection or group discussion, making this an inspiring and cherished companion for all who seek deeper participation in the Body of Christ.
Wondrous Encounters: Scripture for Lent.  Rohr, Richard.  Franciscan Media, 2011.
​Richard Rohr, one of today's most prophetic voices, invites us to self-disclosure and to enter the wondrous divine dialogue with clarity, insight-and holy desire! These daily meditations for Lent are his gift to us for our transformation into our original image and likeness, which is the very image of God.

Borrow these Lent Activity Books from our Diocesan Library
​To reserve call 330 744-8451 ext. 297 or email library@youngstowndiocese.org

The Lent-Easter Book: Living and Celebrating Our Catholic Customs and Traditions.  Arbogast, Joan Marie.  Pauline Books and Media, 2005.
Hands-on stories, crafts, activities and discussion starters to help children celebrate Lent and Easter traditions at home and in class.
Journey of Faith for Lent: Creating a Sense of Belonging Between Young People and the Church.  Shrader, Mary.  Saint Mary's Press, 2005. 
Ten lesson plans for youth ages 10-13 the season of Lent. Each session includes icebreaker, prayer, hands-on learning, and a "live it" section.

Activities are high energy and engaging for this middle school age group.
Junior Youth Activities for the Lent and Easter Seasons: An interactive Guide to Discovering Spirituality.  Steve Mason and Sandy Rigsby.  Resource Publications, 2001. 
Everything you need to create meaningful and fun experiences for Middle School youth through the Lent and Easter season. Each session contains a commentary on the weekly readings, a preparation section, a supply list, discussion questions, and a session outline.
Bringing Lent Home with Pope Francis: Prayers, Reflections, and Activities for Families.  O'Boyle, Donna-Marie Cooper.  Ave Maria Press, 2015. 
Invites families with children to let the wisdom and spiritual insight of Pope Francis be their guide through Lent. The story of the popular Holy Father’s life, brief words of inspiration from him, and a variety of prayers and activities are included for each of the 40 days of Lent.

Borrow this Lent Video Series from our Diocesan Library
​To reserve call 330 744-8451 ext. 297 or email library@youngstowndiocese.org

GREAT DVD FILM SERIES FOR LENT!
Secret of the Horse (Manifest Mysteries Series) DVD
A teenager faces racial prejudice the first day at a new school and must resist fighting to ensure his family does not suffer because of his actions. As he finds it harder to resist fighting, his father reminds him of the true purpose of martial arts and the real meaning of sacrificial love. Based on Christ’s own endurance of suffering in the Scourging at the Pillar. Contains both English and Spanish tracks and a bi-lingual study guide.

Other films in this series include:
The Eggplant Lady (Agony in the Garden)
Haunted Heart (Crowning with Thorns)
Carrying On  (Carrying the Cross)
The Hero  (The Crucifixion)
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