Lenten Call to Worship

Photo by Todd Jenkins

 One: The memory of penitential ashes

has long-faded and we are still

journeying toward Jerusalem.

Many: At many stops along the way,

we have been tempted to tarry,

being nearly overcome

by the seduction of comfort.

One: But Jesus pushes on,

his pace quickening,

encouraging us to endure.

Many: There is even a promise

of gift-beyond-imagination

 that waits at journey’s end.

All: Let us stay the course for a little longer,

holding on, come cross or high water.