Lenten Resources Round-Up 2025
The Season of Lent will soon be upon us! If you are preparing sermons, planning worship services, or looking for some personal devotional materials, we’ve gathered resources to support you during this season.
Kate Bowler’s Lenten Resources
Many of you are familiar with Kate Bowler, author of Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I’ve Loved. This year, she’s offering a collection of seasonal resources for churches and ministry leaders. What’s great about Kate’s offerings is their versatility—they can be used for individual or group devotionals, and even within congregational worship, thanks to the inclusion of thoughtful sermon guides.
And the best part? They’re FREE!
If you haven’t explored her work yet, this is a wonderful opportunity to do so.
The Presbyterian Church in Canada’s Lent & Easter Resources
Did you know that the Presbyterian Church in Canada curates a collection of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter resources available on their website? These materials are free to access and cover a range of worship planning needs. Whether you're looking for liturgies, prayers, or study guides, you can find it all here.
A Sanctified Art | everything [in] between
This year’s Lenten series from A Sanctified Art is guided by the Gospel of Luke, beginning with Jesus setting His face toward Jerusalem (Luke 9:51). It explores well-loved stories like the Good Samaritan, Mary and Martha, the Lost Sheep, and Zacchaeus.
The series delves into the radical, inclusive love of Jesus, emphasizing how His ministry disrupted the cultural, political, and religious divides of His time—divides that still resonate today.
This resource includes:
Sermon guides
Visual art for worship spaces
Devotionals and more
Illustrated Ministry | BREAD OF LIFE
This year’s theme focuses on how Jesus nourished both bodies and souls through stories of redemption, parables, and acts of hospitality. From the wedding feast at Cana to feeding the 5,000, this resource invites us to reflect on how we are fed by Christ to feed others.
What we love about Illustrated Ministry’s approach is how it blends visual storytelling with interactive, creative elements that engage all ages—perfect for intergenerational worship or small groups.
Pro Tip: These resources often come with ready-made liturgies and worship materials, which can help you delegate responsibilities and involve more people in planning. What a gift for both you and your community! Find everything you need here.
Draw Close: A Creative Companion for Lent (The Upper Room)
If you’re looking for a unique devotional this year, consider Draw Close from The Upper Room. It’s designed as a creative companion for Lent, with daily readings that invite personal reflection through writing, drawing, or other creative expressions.
This could be a refreshing practice not just for individuals but also for leadership teams. Imagine gathering once a week to share insights and creative reflections! Find out more here.
My Cup Runneth Over | A Lenten Devotional and Resource Suite
Author John Bowling invites everyone on a personal pilgrimage through the Holy City of Jerusalem, exploring its historic landmarks while reflecting on the time Jesus spent there before His crucifixion and resurrection. This devotional is available individually or in discounted packs of 10 for small groups or congregational use.
In addition to the devotional, there’s a Pastor’s Resource featuring weekly sermon outlines for Lent and Easter, small group discussion questions, and service outlines for Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday—plus promotional materials to support your church’s Lenten preparations.
For those working with children or youth, the Children’s Ministry Resource includes creative teaching outlines and family worship activities designed to complement the weekly themes. The Youth Ministry Resource includes lesson plans, conversation starters for families, and social media suggestions to help youth connect with the Lenten season in meaningful ways. Find everything here.