Seasons

On a very cold day I am trying to gather my thoughts to think about Lent. Winter season is not my favorite time of the year. I don’t like the cold, long dark nights, and the feeling of being cooped up.

Living in New England all of my life, I can’t say that I have a favorite season. I rationalize that Spring and Summer are probably the best times. Spring days do seem to “wake up” the landscape, trees and flowers. Birds and butterflies return to our yards. It is like an artist painting a scene and we see beautiful colors and we smell freshness in the air.

Spring and Lent is also a time to reflect about my Faith. We are taught that Jesus is the Son of God. My vision of Jesus is a person who is kind, a gentle soul, who loves us no matter what. At times, I believe that I don’t deserve the love and understanding of Jesus. I get angry or upset at many things. I ask myself, what difference does it make, especially when I see unfairness and injustice.

The Season of Lent gives you and me an opportunity to recharge our faith batteries by praying and studying. I will be praying that God will see and hear my concerns for our church, town and country. Maybe God is not only waiting to hear my prayers, but yours as well!

-Donna Mills