Lent 2024 – Penny

Bridges to Morning Prayer

I am not liturgical by birth. No “cradle Episcopalian” here. While one could say the Presbyterian services of my childhood were “works of the people,” one definition of liturgies, we didn’t rely on the ancient scripts of the Book of Common Prayer.

Thus I am repeatedly surprised, even delighted, as I lean increasingly into these centuries-old forms from our ancestors.

I’ve decided to read Morning Prayer for these 40 days of Lent, with God’s help. Please God.

And assistance is showing up. First I remembered the audio version that Father Steve introduced me to years ago. Then I listened to it while commuting to work. Now I can listen while I stretch. Next I found pre-made ribbon bookmarks online (nine sets for only $11!). They help me flip pages after marking the various scriptures. And now Mother Linzi has invited us to join her via Zoom to pray and worship on the weekdays.

Prayers answered. Options abound. No excuses.