First Sunday in Lent:  The Ten Commandments Introduction to the Worship Celebration In the earliest years of the Christian Church, Lent was a time to learn about the Christian faith.  People new tot he faith would spend the 40 days of Lent fasting, praying, and studying, and then would be baptized on Easter. We are reviewing some of the basic principles of our faith during these Sunday's in Lent.  Today we look at the Ten Commandments and the gift they are for a gentler, healthier life.     Lessons:  Exodus 20. 1-7 (God gives Moses the Ten Commandments)                I John 2. 7-10  (John reminds us the key to the commandments is love.) Gospel:   John 13. 33-35  (Jesus fulfills the intention of the Ten Commandments with his "new commandment".) Hymn Suggestions:      This is my commandment      Prayer of St. Francis      People Need the Lord     A New Commandment       Return to Resource Center                                    Return to Lenten Series Introduction                               Go to next page

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