Lent and Easter Resources 2023

Living the Way of Love A 40-Day Devotional Mary Bea Sullivan

Foreword

by Courtney V. Cowart & Stephanie Spellers

“The Rev. Mary Bea Sullivan has written a guide for Lent, organized into the seven practices our Presiding Bishop calls us to reclaim as we offer ourselves to Jesus’ way of love . . . Lent can be difficult if we pay attention; it’s good to have a friend to walk with us.”

—The Rt. Rev. John McKee Sloan, 11th Bishop of Alabama 9781640652309 | $15.95

God be in my Head The Sarum Prayer

Ken Wilson

A step-by-step introduction to the prayer that fosters conscious contact with God. With forty short meditations, it draws the reader into different aspects of the prayer each day and can serve as a guide for Lent.

9781640651661  | $14.95

A Path to Wholeness A Lenten Companion

Russell J. Levenson Jr.

“Russ Levenson’s Lenten devotions breathe with the air of a seasoned pastor and preacher. With his characteristic wit and Southern charm—and many, many good stories—Levenson brings the gospel to life. Above all, he shows what it looks like to devote one’s life to the only one who deserves our allegiance, Christ Jesus our Savior. One could look for no better path to wholeness.”

—The Rev. Christopher A. Beeley, Duke University Divinity School 9781640653177  | $21.95

Living Lent Meditations for These Forty Days

Barbara Cawthorne Crafton

Beautiful seasonal hymns that Barbara Cawthorne Crafton turns for inspiration for daily meditations during this great devotional season of the church year.

9780819217561 | $10.95

The Silence of Calvary Meditations on Good Friday

Christopher L. Webber

“. . . an evocative and contemplative book that explores and exposes the story of the crucifixion in a new way. . . . This book is the perfect companion for Lent and Holy Week.”

—Sheryl A. Kujawa-Holbrook, Claremont School of Theology, Bloy House, the Episcopal School of Theology at Los Angeles 9781640654709 | $9.95

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Hanging by a Thread The Questions of the Cross

Samuel Wells

With unswerving courage, elegant simplicity, and captivating example, Hanging by a Thread scrutinizes the assumption that the crucifixion was about fixing human problems, and instead suggests it was the culmination of God’s disarming purpose to be with us, no matter what.

9780898699777  | $13.95

Blessed Is She Living Lent with Mary

Tim Perry

Drawing primarily from the Gospel of Luke, this lovely book of spiritual reflections reveals a Lenten Mary who teaches us about being disciples.

9780819222336 | $15.95

Under the Fig Tree Visual Prayers and Poems for Lent

Roger Hutchison Foreword by Fleming Rutledge

“Under the Fig Tree is a chorus of words, pictures, poems, images, hymns, dreams, lullabies, and waking kisses that will become a beloved book for the Lenten journey.”

—C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of Texas, author of Episcopate: The Role of Bishops in a Shared Future

9780819232076  | $16.95

Getting to Know Jesus (Again) Meditations for Lent

Peter M. Wallace

“Lent is a deep and slow walk that leads us to new life. Peter helps us when we get fearful, distracted, lazy, or judgmental to come back to the heart of the journey. For him, it’s not just the journey or the destination, it’s both on the Lenten walk. You will be blessed by walking with Peter during Lent.”

—Becca Stevens, author, Letters from the Farm

9780819233615  | $13.95

Sense and Sensibility A Lenten Exploration

Sam Portaro

An exploration of our five physical senses—one for each week in Lent—as pathways to a fuller awareness of ourselves and our relationship to God.

9781640651272  | $14.95

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Lenten Reading

A Walk in Jerusalem Stations of the Cross

John Peterson

“A very moving presentation of the Way of the Cross. . . . Nicely done.”

Religious Resources International 9780819217356 | $13.95

Pilgrim Road, Revised Edition

A Benedictine Journey through Lent

Albert Holtz, O.S.B.

“Pilgrim Road does not feel like puffed-up spiritual advice from a wise sage; instead I felt it was written to the child in me, all too aware of not being ‘grown up’ enough (in Christ), yet still yearning to be assured that I am dearly loved. I look forward to re-reading it many times.”

—Norvene Vest, author of Preferring Christ 9780819229816  | $21.95

A Practical Christianity Meditations for the Season of Lent

Jane Shaw

Foreword by Br. Curtis Almquist, SSJE

A devotional book for Lent that challenges readers to take up “practical Christianity”—proposing Christian faith as something we do, not something we merely believe in.

9780819227768  | $15.95

A Season for the Spirit Readings for the Days of Lent

Martin L. Smith

A Season for the Spirit provides forty daily meditations for Lent, leading us on a journey of discovery in which we find that Christ, through the Spirit, embraces every aspect of our humanity.

9781596280069 | $26.95

Activities for Lent

What We Do in Lent A Child’s Activity Book

Anne E. Kitch

Illustrations by Dorothy Thompson Perez

A fun-filled activity book for kids ages four to seven to learn about Lent and Easter. Includes mazes, crossword puzzles, connect the dots, and more.

9780819222787  | $10.95

Christ Walk

A 40-Day Spiritual Fitness Program

Anna Fitch Courie

A 40-day program for individuals and groups to focus on improving physical health while engaging in spiritual and mental reflection and growth.

9780819231697  | $24.95

Christ Walk Kids

A 40-Day Spiritual Journey for Tweens and Teens

Anna Fitch Courie

“In its accessible style, Christ Walk Kids will motivate even the most reluctant teenager to get up and go!”

—The Rev. Tim Schenck, author of Father Tim’s Church Survival Guide and creator of Lent Madness

9780819233196  | $15.95

Love Life Live Lent Be the Change!

Paula Gooder and Peter Babington

Offers 40 actions for each day of Lent to make the world a better place—locally, nationally, and globally. It includes a scripture quote and brief reflection for each day.

Adult/Youth Edition

9780819232366 | $7.95

Pack of 15: 9780819232403 | $34.95

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The Book of Common Prayer

LONG-AWAITED NEW TRANSLATIONS OF THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER

Based on modern translation principles, these newly authorized translations of the Book of Common Prayer contain Spanish- and French-language liturgical materials for use in the Episcopal Church. Created using dynamic equivalence, with an eye toward inclusive language throughout, these translations support the liturgical and pastoral needs of Spanish- and French-speaking Episcopalians.

The Book of Common Prayer/ El Libro de Oración Común 2022 Translation, Pew Edition

9781640656048 | $24.95 | Hardcover | 5” x 7.5” | 752 pages February 2023

The Book of Common Prayer/ El Libro de Oración Común 2022 Translation, Personal Edition 9781640656055 | $22.95 | Paperback | 4.25” x 6” | 752 pages Available Now!

Selections from the Book of Common Prayer/Selecciones del Libro de Oración Común Bilingual Edition, 2022 Translation 9781640656116 | $26.95 | Paperback | 5” x 7.5” | 376 pages | March 2023

The Book of Common Prayer/Le Livre de la Prière Commune 2022 Translation, Pew Edition 9781640656086 | $29.95 | Hardcover | 5” x 7.5” | 740 pages | February 2023

Prayer Books

The 1979 Book of Common Prayer

This gift edition has a luxurious imitation leather cover with a soft, matte finish and a textured cross embossed on the front. It includes one satin ribbon marker, a presentation page, and certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage.

Black | 9780898696196 | $32.95 Red | 9780898696202 | $32.95 Wine | 9780898696189 | $32.95 Green | 9780898696219 | $32.95

The 1979 Book of Common Prayer Personal Deluxe Edition

A gold cross is stamped on the bonded leather cover in your choice of five colors, with gilt edges, a presentation page, and two satin ribbon markers. Certificates of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage are included.

Black | 9780898691115 | $49.95 Burgundy | 9780898691412 | $49.95 Navy | 9780898691283 | $49.95 Red | 9780898691108 | $49.95 White | 9780898691122 | $49.95

The Book of Common Prayer & The Holy Bible (NRSV)

Combined into one volume, this edition is ideal for personal use, both in daily devotion and study and on Sundays during the liturgy. Arriving in a sturdy, attractive box, this edition has five ribbon markers and a leather cover.

Black | 9780898695786 | $92.95 Red | 9780898695793 | $92.95

Book of Common Prayer and Hymnal

This is the standard Book of Common Prayer combined into a single volume with the Singers Edition of The Hymnal 1982 Includes gold edges, five ribbon markers, and a gift box.

Black | 9780898692440 | $105.95 Red | 9780898692433 | $105.95

Prayer Books

Prayer Book Offices

Pulling from the riches of the Prayer Book Office and the Contemporary Office Book, Prayer Book Offices includes both Rite I and Rite II versions of the round of offices from the Book of Common Prayer. Additionally, the volume includes canticles, the Psalter, Collects, and the full cycle of readings for Years One and Two and Holy Days in the Daily Office Lectionary. The book is Smyth-sewn bonded leather with gold foil stamping, and includes four ribbons.

Bonded Leather  | 9781640652071  | $122.95

Daily Prayer for All Seasons Compiled by the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music

From Advent through Ordinary Time, Daily Prayer for All Seasons provides a holy way to order our days, with prayers written in fresh, contemporary, and generous language. The Deluxe Edition includes a bonded leather cover with two ribbons, gilded edges, and a presentation page, and is shrink-wrapped and placed in a quality gift box.

Deluxe English Edition  | 9780898699333  | $49.95 English Edition Kivar  | 9780898699234  | $24.95 Spanish Edition Kivar  | 9780898699258  | $24.95

Book of Common Prayer for Youth with Additional Resources

This complete 1979 Book of Common Prayer includes a full-color, contemporary soft cover and an easy-to-read table of contents. This edition includes thirty-eight pages of additional material designed to help the reader understand more about the Episcopal Church, its worship, and its prayer book.

9780819229298  | $24.95

The Book of Common Prayer Large Print Edition

This large-print edition of the entire 1979 Book of Common Prayer is ideal for anyone who prefers reading larger type. Special features include fourteen-point type size, Kivar cover for long-lasting quality, and lay-flat binding for hands-free use.

Red  | 9780898699227  | $42.95

Reading Groups—Lent and Beyond

The Night is Long but Light Comes in the Morning Meditations for Racial Healing

Catherine Meeks Foreword by Michael B. Curry

“This is where the journey toward a ‘beloved community’ begins. And so, for all who truly want to get well from the pernicious disease that is racism, The Night is Long but Light Comes in the Morning is a must-read.”

—The Very Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas, dean, Episcopal Divinity School at Union Theological Seminary 9781640655973 | $24.95

This Band of Sisterhood Black Women Bishops on Race, Faith, and the Church

Edited by Westina Matthews Foreword by Catherine Meeks Afterword by Paula Clark

“There are so many nuggets of wisdom to be found in the conversations between these remarkable Black women bishops. . . . The reflections, experiences, and profound humanity that my sisters share in these pages are indeed priceless.”

—The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church 9781640653511 | $14.95

Seeing the Unseen Beyond Prejudices, Paradigms, and Party Lines

Mark M. Beckwith Foreword by Shane Claiborne

“Mark’s experience and insights around how this kind of Gospel life can work make this an important book in our dispirited and divided moment.”

—Alan Roxburgh, author, Joining God, Remaking the Church, Changing the World 9781640655188 | $19.95

Winged with Longing for Better Things

Sylvia Sweeney

Rather than classical penitence, this book emphasizes intercession, solidarity, and preparation.

9781640651425 | $17.95

Reading Groups—Lent and Beyond

Contemplative Knitting

Julie Cicora

From a tour through the fascinating history of knitting to steps for setting up and sustaining a knitting prayer practice, this book is filled with inspiration and projects that can be used to deepen the spiritual nature of knitting, such as encouraging crafters to knit one inch per day of a 40-inch cowl during Lent.

9781640652620 | $18.95

The Dream of God A Call to Return

Verna J. Dozier Foreword by Sophfronia Scott

Through adept storytelling and study, Dozier reawakens our sense of calling and our desire for truth. This new and revised edition includes a new foreword by Sophfronia Scott and a study guide.

9781640654884 | $19.95

Hospitable Planet Faith, Action, and Climate Change

Stephen A. Jurovics Foreword by Matthew Sleeth

“Churches can massively reduce their impact on God’s good earth if they understand the Bible’s mandate to care for creation and develop practical skills to decrease their energy use. This book hit the target directly on both counts.”

—Fletcher Harper, Executive Director, GreenFaith 9780819232533 | $24.95

Welcome to a Life of Faith in the Episcopal Church Megan Castellan

This book takes readers through a Sunday worship experience and explains the what, the why, and the how of what they might encounter.

9781640651364 | $18.95

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Reading Groups—Lent and Beyond

The Church Cracked Open Disruption, Decline, and New Hope for Beloved Community

Stephanie Spellers

“This book will make a profound difference for the church in this moment in history.”

—The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church 9781640654242 | $16.95

Listening Hearts: 30th Anniversary Edition Discerning Call in Community

Suzanne G. Farnham, Joseph P. Gill, R. Taylor McLean, and Susan M. Ward

Foreword by Eugene Taylor Sutton

“With updated language, revised appendices, and added stories, Listening Hearts can impart the deep wisdom embedded in its pages to new generations of those who seek to answer the call of Jesus to ‘follow me.’”

—The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church

English Edition: 9781640654136 | $22.95 Spanish Edition: 9781640654099 | $22.95

We Shall Be Changed Questions for the

Post-Pandemic Church

Edited by Mark D. W. Edington

The book is designed to spur conversation within parishes, fellowship groups, and clergy gatherings about how to embrace the gifts this time has given while anticipating and addressing the very real challenges the church will confront in its wake.

9781640653726 | $10.95

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Lent and Easter Resources 2023

Journey through Lent with the handy eCP app! The eCP app is a complete, digital Book of Common Prayer. Ideal for personal devotion and liturgical use, eCP includes:

• An interactive calendar for the Daily Office and Eucharist. • Bookmarking, sharing, and printing functionality. • Font size adjustability for easy reading. • Offline usability—no internet access required. • A robust library of in-app purchases.