As Easter approaches, we invite everyone to participate in the season of Lent by using 40 Days of Decrease, a Lenten devotional by Alicia Britt Chole.

For centuries, followers of Jesus have found it meaningful to prepare their hearts, minds, and bodies for Easter by removing distractions and deepening their focus on their need for a Savior. As the book puts it, the goal of Lent is to “thin our lives” in order to “thicken our communion with God.” Through 40 different practices, Chole guides us in orienting ourselves toward the grace of Jesus.

Lent is not meant to be done alone—it’s a season best observed in the community. Whether with your family, community group, or another group, we encourage you to engage together. One opportunity to do this is by joining the 40 Days of Decrease Discussion Group at Storyhill. Starting on March 2nd and running through April 13th, we’ll meet at the church (496 South main Street, Davidson) on Sunday afternoons from 2:00–3:30 PM. Each week, we’ll reflect on the Lenten practices and share insights from the devotional. Whether you’re new to Lent, curious about it, or already committed to observing the season, there’s a place for you in this group!

Participants will need a 40 Days of Decrease copy to join the discussion. You can purchase it online for about $10 (e-book and audiobook versions are available). If cost is a concern, we have copies available for you to keep.