2008 Lenten Reflection Series FAQs

What is the Lenten Observance Reflection Series?

The Lenten Observance Reflection series, a DVD-assisted reflection on the readings for the Sunday Masses, is designed to foster individual and small group spiritual formation during the Season of Lent.

In this series, Bishop Alvaro Corrada, SJ presents six ten -minute video segments that focus on our Communion in Chris t, Jesus’ invitation to “Live on in My love.” (Jn. 15:9).

The DVD is accompanied by printed resource materials offering suggested topics for discussion, meditation, and prayer.  Materials can be reproduced for each group/participant. 

Weekly Bulletin Inserts are available this year, and every parish is encouraged to take advantage of these inserts.  Whether inserted in the bulletin or distributed separately, this series reminds Catholics of some very important tools for living our Christian life.

How to use Lenten Reflection program in your community?

Before Lent (Ash Wednesday is Feb. 6), it is recommended that a parish program coordinator register participants and assign them to small groups of 6-10 people. This allows for multiple group meetings within a parish community at varying times and on different dates. Groups are encouraged to meet in the participants’ homes or at the church. The format can also accommodate large groups with participants gathered at tables for small group discussion.

Encourage existing bible study and prayer groups to use this program during Lent. Individuals and families can be encouraged to use the video and resources in their own homes.

How do I get it started in my community?

• Order the DVD, download and reproduce resource materials;
• Find a parish program coordinator to handle publicity, register and assign participants to small groups, and recruit small group facilitators for each group;
• Announce Lenten series to parish with Bulletin and/or pulpit announcements; invite and encourage participation in this Lenten Observance;
• Preview the video and resource materials and make preparations for presentation of the program;