Here are links to a few supplemental resources for Tending the Garden of Our Hearts: Daily Lenten Meditations for Families.
Countdown to Pascha idea photos
Blogger and beautifully creative mom Sarah Gingrich has created printable ornaments for each day’s meditation, and has given us permission to share them with you. They can be found in her review of the book, here: https://thelivescript.com/2019/02/25/lent-a-hand/
Week 1:
printable of quotes from saints for discussion
printable word “forgiveness” for art activity
Week 2:
one resource for printable icon pdfs
Week 3:
printable Jesus Prayer pdf for coloring or decorating
printable copy of St. John Chrysostom’s hourly prayers
Week 4:
link to directions for a simple beaded cross
first (in a series) of cross-focused art
printable logo for “humbleman” activity
Orthodox Pebbles’ Holy Cross printable activities
Week 5:
video about persevering as exhibited in an Olympic event
one way to assemble Blessing Bags for those in need
Week 6:
hammer some flowers or leaves to decorate St. John Chrysostom’s quote on fasting
refresh your memory or learn how to fold a palm cross
Orthodox Pebbles’ repentance printable activities
Week 7:
helpful guide to the services of Holy Week
activity page to help guide focus during a Holy Unction service
