The Biola Lent Project is an annual event that invites the Biola community to journey through the season of Lent with a focus on spiritual growth and renewal.

This year’s theme is “The Way of the Cross: A Journey of Discipleship.” Over the 40 days of Lent, we will explore the journey of Jesus to the cross and the implications for our own discipleship.

Biola Lent Project 2024

The Biola Lent Project is an annual event that invites the Biola community to journey through the season of Lent with a focus on spiritual growth and renewal. This year’s theme is “The Way of the Cross: A Journey of Discipleship.” Over the 40 days of Lent, we will explore the journey of Jesus to the cross and the implications for our own discipleship.

• Prayer and reflection: Daily devotions, prayer resources, and opportunities for community prayer.
• Worship and music: Weekly worship services, concerts, and other musical events.
• Service and outreach: Opportunities to serve the local community and engage in missional activities.
• Small groups: Weekly small group discussions to explore the Lenten theme and apply it to our lives.
• Spiritual disciplines: Encouragement and resources for practicing spiritual disciplines such as fasting, meditation, and silence.
• Academic engagement: Lectures, workshops, and other academic events related to the Lenten theme.
• Artistic expression: Opportunities for students to express their faith and creativity through art, music, and other forms of artistic expression.
• Community building: Events and activities designed to foster a sense of community and belonging among participants.

The Biola Lent Project is a time to slow down, reflect, and grow in our faith. We invite you to join us on this journey as we explore the Way of the Cross and what it means to follow Jesus.

Prayer and reflection: Daily devotions, prayer resources, and opportunities for community prayer.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will offer a variety of resources and opportunities for prayer and reflection. These include:

Daily devotions: Each day during Lent, we will provide a short devotional thought and prayer prompt to help you reflect on the day’s theme. These devotions will be available online and in print.

Prayer resources: We will provide a variety of prayer resources to help you deepen your prayer life during Lent. These resources will include:

• A prayer guide with suggested prayers and scriptures for each day of Lent.
• A list of prayer stations around campus where you can go to pray in a quiet space.
• Opportunities to sign up for prayer teams to pray for specific needs during Lent.

Opportunities for community prayer: We will offer several opportunities for community prayer during Lent, including:

• Weekly prayer gatherings on Tuesdays at noon in the Biola Chapel.
• A 24-hour prayer vigil in the Biola Chapel on March 8-9.
• A prayer walk around campus on March 22.

We encourage you to take advantage of these resources and opportunities to deepen your prayer life and grow in your relationship with God during Lent.

In addition to the resources and opportunities listed above, we also encourage you to practice your own personal prayer and reflection during Lent. This could include setting aside time each day for quiet meditation, journaling your thoughts and prayers, or simply spending time in nature and reflecting on God’s creation.

Worship and music: Weekly worship services, concerts, and other musical events.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will offer a variety of opportunities to worship and engage with music during Lent. These include:

• Weekly worship services: Each Sunday during Lent, we will hold a special worship service in the Biola Chapel. These services will feature music, prayer, and a message from a guest speaker.
• Concerts: We will host several concerts during Lent, featuring both sacred and secular music. These concerts will be open to the public and will provide an opportunity to experience the beauty and power of music.
• Other musical events: In addition to worship services and concerts, we will offer other musical events during Lent, such as hymn sings, choir performances, and instrumental recitals. These events will provide opportunities to engage with music in a variety of ways.

We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to worship and engage with music during Lent. Music can be a powerful way to connect with God, reflect on the Lenten themes, and grow in our faith.

In addition to the events listed above, we also encourage you to listen to music on your own during Lent. This could include listening to sacred music, classical music, or other music that helps you to reflect on the Lenten themes and grow in your relationship with God.

Service and outreach: Opportunities to serve the local community and engage in missional activities.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will offer a variety of opportunities to serve the local community and engage in missional activities during Lent. These include:

• Service projects: We will organize several service projects throughout Lent, such as volunteering at local homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and food banks. These projects will provide opportunities to serve those in need and to put our faith into action.
• Mission trips: We will offer several mission trips during Lent, both locally and internationally. These trips will provide opportunities to serve alongside missionaries and to learn about different cultures and communities.
• Advocacy and awareness campaigns: We will participate in advocacy and awareness campaigns related to social justice issues such as poverty, homelessness, and human trafficking. These campaigns will provide opportunities to raise awareness about important issues and to advocate for change.
• Intercultural engagement: We will offer opportunities to engage with people from different cultures and backgrounds. This could include attending cultural events, visiting local ethnic churches, or participating in interfaith dialogue.

We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to serve the local community and engage in missional activities during Lent. Service and outreach are essential aspects of Christian discipleship, and they can help us to grow in our faith and to make a difference in the world.

In addition to the opportunities listed above, we also encourage you to find ways to serve in your own community during Lent. This could include volunteering your time at a local non-profit organization, helping out a neighbor in need, or simply being kind and compassionate to those around you.

Small groups: Weekly small group discussions to explore the Lenten theme and apply it to our lives.

Small groups are an essential part of the Biola Lent Project. They provide a space for participants to connect with each other, discuss the Lenten theme, and apply it to their own lives.

Small groups will meet weekly during Lent. Each group will be led by a trained facilitator and will consist of 8-12 participants. Groups will meet in various locations on campus and at off-campus locations.

During each meeting, the group will discuss the Lenten theme for the week and explore its implications for their own lives. They will also share their experiences, pray together, and support each other in their Lenten journey.

Small groups are a great way to grow in your faith, connect with other Christians, and apply the Lenten theme to your own life. We encourage you to sign up for a small group today.

To sign up for a small group, please visit the Biola Lent Project website.

Spiritual disciplines: Encouragement and resources for practicing spiritual disciplines such as fasting, meditation, and silence.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will provide encouragement and resources for practicing spiritual disciplines during Lent. Spiritual disciplines are practices that help us to grow in our relationship with God and to live out our faith more fully.

Some common spiritual disciplines include fasting, meditation, and silence. Fasting is the practice of abstaining from food or other things for a period of time. Meditation is the practice of focusing on God and reflecting on his Word. Silence is the practice of refraining from speaking in order to listen to God and to be still in his presence.

There are many benefits to practicing spiritual disciplines. They can help us to:

• Draw closer to God
• Grow in our understanding of God’s Word
• Experience God’s presence more deeply
• Live out our faith more faithfully

The Biola Lent Project will offer a variety of resources to help you practice spiritual disciplines during Lent. These resources will include:

• Devotions on spiritual disciplines
• Guided meditations
• Opportunities for silent retreats
• Support from spiritual directors

We encourage you to take advantage of these resources and to incorporate spiritual disciplines into your Lenten journey. Spiritual disciplines can help you to grow in your faith and to experience God’s presence more deeply.

In addition to the resources listed above, there are many other ways to practice spiritual disciplines during Lent. You could:

• Fast from food or other things
• Set aside time each day for meditation
• Spend time in silence each day
• Read the Bible regularly
• Pray regularly

We encourage you to experiment with different spiritual disciplines and to find what works best for you. The important thing is to be intentional about growing in your relationship with God and to seek his presence more deeply during Lent.

Academic engagement: Lectures, workshops, and other academic events related to the Lenten theme.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will offer a variety of academic events related to the Lenten theme. These events will provide opportunities for participants to learn more about the historical, theological, and cultural aspects of Lent.

Some of the academic events that will be offered during Lent include:

• Lectures: Scholars from Biola University and other institutions will give lectures on a variety of topics related to Lent, such as the history of Lent, the theology of the cross, and the practice of spiritual disciplines during Lent.
• Workshops: Workshops will be offered on a variety of topics related to Lent, such as how to incorporate spiritual disciplines into your Lenten journey, how to engage with the arts during Lent, and how to lead others through a Lenten journey.
• Other academic events: Other academic events that may be offered during Lent include film screenings, art exhibits, and panel discussions.

We encourage you to take advantage of these academic events to learn more about Lent and to deepen your understanding of its significance.

In addition to the academic events listed above, you may also want to consider taking a course related to Lent. Biola University offers a variety of courses that are relevant to Lent, such as:

• Theology of the Cross
• History of Christian Spirituality
• Spiritual Disciplines
• Art and Spirituality

Taking a course related to Lent can be a great way to learn more about this important season and to grow in your faith.

Artistic expression: Opportunities for students to express their faith and creativity through art, music, and other forms of artistic expression.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will provide opportunities for students to express their faith and creativity through art, music, and other forms of artistic expression.

Some of the ways that students can participate in artistic expression during Lent include:

• Creating art: Students are encouraged to create art that reflects the Lenten theme. This could include paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, and other forms of art.
• Performing music: Students are encouraged to perform music that reflects the Lenten theme. This could include singing, playing instruments, and composing original music.
• Writing: Students are encouraged to write poetry, prose, and other forms of literature that reflect the Lenten theme.
• Dance: Students are encouraged to create and perform dances that reflect the Lenten theme.
• Other forms of artistic expression: Students are encouraged to explore other forms of artistic expression, such as film, drama, and multimedia.

Students are encouraged to share their artistic expressions with the Biola community. This can be done through social media, the Biola Lent Project website, or by submitting their work to the Biola Lent Project Art Gallery.

Artistic expression can be a powerful way to reflect on the Lenten themes, to grow in our faith, and to share our faith with others. We encourage all students to participate in artistic expression during Lent.

In addition to the opportunities listed above, the Biola Lent Project will also host a variety of events that will showcase the artistic expressions of students. These events may include art exhibitions, music concerts, and literary readings.

Community building: Events and activities designed to foster a sense of community and belonging among participants.

The Biola Lent Project 2024 will offer a variety of events and activities designed to foster a sense of community and belonging among participants.

Some of the ways that we will build community during Lent include:

• Small groups: Small groups are a great way to connect with other people who are journeying through Lent. Small groups will meet weekly to discuss the Lenten theme, share their experiences, and pray together.
• Community meals: We will host several community meals throughout Lent. These meals will provide an opportunity to come together as a community and share a meal.
• Service projects: Service projects are a great way to serve others and to build community. We will organize several service projects throughout Lent, such as volunteering at local homeless shelters and soup kitchens.
• Social events: We will host several social events throughout Lent, such as game nights, movie nights, and coffee hours. These events will provide an opportunity to relax, have fun, and connect with other participants.

We encourage you to participate in these community-building events and activities. They are a great way to connect with other people, grow in your faith, and experience the love of God.

In addition to the events and activities listed above, we also encourage you to reach out to other participants in the Biola Lent Project. You can connect with other participants through social media, the Biola Lent Project website, or by attending our events.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about the Biola Lent Project 2024:

Question 1: What is the Biola Lent Project?
Answer 1: The Biola Lent Project is an annual event that invites the Biola community to journey through the season of Lent with a focus on spiritual growth and renewal.

Question 2: What is the theme of the Biola Lent Project 2024?
Answer 2: The theme of the Biola Lent Project 2024 is “The Way of the Cross: A Journey of Discipleship.” Over the 40 days of Lent, we will explore the journey of Jesus to the cross and the implications for our own discipleship.

Question 3: What are the benefits of participating in the Biola Lent Project?
Answer 3: Participating in the Biola Lent Project can help you to:

• Grow in your faith
• Deepen your relationship with God
• Learn more about the season of Lent
• Connect with other Christians
• Experience the love of God

Question 4: How can I participate in the Biola Lent Project?
Answer 4: There are many ways to participate in the Biola Lent Project, including:

• Attending weekly worship services
• Joining a small group
• Participating in service projects
• Attending academic events
• Participating in artistic expression

Question 5: What resources are available to help me participate in the Biola Lent Project?
Answer 5: The Biola Lent Project website provides a variety of resources to help you participate, including:

• Daily devotions
• Prayer resources
• Information about events and activities

Question 6: How can I stay informed about the Biola Lent Project?
Answer 6: You can stay informed about the Biola Lent Project by:

• Visiting the Biola Lent Project website
• Following the Biola Lent Project on social media
• Subscribing to the Biola Lent Project email newsletter

We encourage you to participate in the Biola Lent Project 2024 and to experience the many benefits of this special season.

The Biola Lent Project can be a challenging but rewarding experience. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your Lenten journey:

Tips

The Biola Lent Project can be a challenging but rewarding experience. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your Lenten journey:

1. Set realistic goals. Don’t try to do too much during Lent. Choose a few things that you can realistically commit to, and focus on those.

2. Find a community of support. Join a small group or connect with other Christians who are also participating in the Biola Lent Project. Having a community of support can help you to stay motivated and accountable.

3. Be flexible. Things don’t always go according to plan during Lent. Be flexible and willing to adjust your plans as needed.

4. Don’t give up. Lent can be a challenging season, but don’t give up. Keep going, even when it’s hard. The rewards of Lent are worth the effort.

We encourage you to use these tips to make the most of your Lenten journey. With God’s help, you can experience a season of growth, renewal, and spiritual transformation.

Lent is a special season that can help us to draw closer to God and to experience his love and grace. We encourage you to participate in the Biola Lent Project 2024 and to experience the many benefits of this holy season.

Conclusion

The Biola Lent Project 2024 is an invitation to journey with Jesus to the cross and to experience the transforming power of his love and grace.

Over the 40 days of Lent, we will explore the theme “The Way of the Cross: A Journey of Discipleship.” We will learn about Jesus’ journey to the cross and the implications for our own discipleship. We will also participate in a variety of activities and events designed to help us grow in our faith and to experience the love of God.

We encourage you to participate in the Biola Lent Project 2024 and to experience the many benefits of this special season. Lent is a time to slow down, reflect, and grow in our faith. It is a time to draw closer to God and to experience his love and grace in a new way.

We invite you to join us on this journey of discipleship. Together, we can experience the transforming power of Jesus’ love and grace.