Symbols of Sacrifice: Lenten Congregational Resources, Year 1

The sacrificial life of Christ is a major focus of Lent. Symbols Of Sacrifice provides congregations with opportunities to create visual worship aids representing Christ's life during worship.



Each weekly presentation builds a growing reminder of Christ's sacrifice for the congregation.



This series offers a list of symbols and explanation of the symbols. These are provided for the Sundays of Lent and Easter Sunday.



Symbols are:

• Ashes

• Sponge and stick

• Lance

• Bread and cup

• Whip

• Dice

• Linen cloth



Richard J. Hull, II is pastor of the West Street Christian Church, Tipton, Indiana. He is a member of the board of directors of The Division of Overseas Ministry of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He is a graduate of Bethany College (West Virginia), Yale Divinity School, and has studied at Christian Theological Seminary.