April 19

Something strange is happening – there is a great silence on earth today, a great silence and stillness. The whole earth keeps silence because the King is asleep.

Anonymous

April 19

Below are some ways you can participate in The Lent Journey with the Northeastern Seminary & Roberts Wesleyan Community.

Readings

Scripture

Now there was a garden in the place where he was crucified, and in the garden there was a new tomb in which no one had ever been laid. And so, because it was the Jewish day of Preparation and the tomb was nearby, they laid Jesus there.
John 19:41-42

Todays Scripture Reading

Active Reflection

Meditation

Listen to the Pray As You Go daily meditation for April 19th

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Active Reflection

Journaling

All through Saturday, Roman soldiers stood guard at Jesus’ tomb, a symbol of fear holding vigil over what seemed lost. In your own life, is shame standing watch over something buried in regret or pain? Remember, Jesus died not only to forgive you, but to free you.

Consider what it would mean to stop guarding what grace has already healed. Let the stone be rolled away, and see that the tomb is empty. Christ has overcome. Shame has no ground left to stand on.

Take time today to journal your thoughts. What stones still need to be rolled away in your life? Where might resurrection be waiting to break through?

Active Reflection

Take Action

Listen to this song and reflect on the lyrics. Then, spend a few quiet moments considering the weight and mystery of Holy Saturday, what it meant for those who waited, and what it might mean for you today.

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Join The Conversation

Write your thoughts on the Lent 2025 Padlet.

Lent 2025 Padlet