Shrove Tuesday or ‘Pancake Day’ is the day
before Lent. The name comes from the word “shriven” meaning to confess your
sins and receive forgiveness. Forgiveness for sins is at the heart of the
Easter story and many Christians choose to use Lent as a time to think about
their own behaviour and to recommit themselves to God. Some choose to give up
things during the period of lent such as unhealthy foods or treats or dedicate
part of Lent to fasting. This year it may be good to take something up, like
reading a book for Lent or having a retreat at home.
Pancakes are a
great recipe for using up ingredients. In some countries there is a celebration
feast with lots of rich foods before the period of Lent begins. As you make
your pancakes why not pray and thank God for all the good and rich things in
your life.
Dear God,
As we prepare
our pancakes help us to remember the good and rich things you bless us with
each day.
Help us prepare
our hearts for Lent and recommit to connecting with you. Show us where there
are things that need to be removed from our lives and areas where we need to
say sorry to you.
Amen
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