Resource Publications, Inc. 160 E. Virginia St. Suite #290 San Jose, CA 95112-5876 ph: 408-286-8505 fx: 408-287-8748

For Immediate Release Contact: Barb Roy 408-286-8505 barb@rpinet.com www.rpinet.com

Lent handbook for small groups available

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 28, 2002 - Sharing the Lectionary for Lent 2003, a handy reference for small faith-sharing groups involved in Lenten season reflections, is now available.

The handbook, which is on its sixth year of publication, guides small groups through a six-week process in which they can "journey through Lent with other members of (the) faith community."

"Each week you will pray, reflect quietly on the first reading and the Gospel, share personal responses to what you have heard, and discuss what you can do together to make this a special season," the book reads. "By focusing on the Gospel stories for Lent, you will go more deeply into the Easter story than you ever thought possible - and you will emerge with a depth of faith that will enrich your life for years to come."

"By thinking through reflection questions and sharing personal experiences, readers apply the Gospel to their lives and gain a deeper understanding of the Scriptures. The process builds community by encouraging readers to explore the connections between their faith and their relationships," editor Kathi Scarpace explains.

The book includes the Sunday readings for Lent, Cycle B, and brief commentaries on each reading, making it effective and convenient for small groups to use. It also contains Cycle A readings for the third, fourth and fifth Sundays, for use by catechumenate groups.

The Sharing the Lectionary for Lent series began in 1998 and has been published yearly by Resource Publications, Inc.

SHARING THE LECTIONARY FOR LENT 2003
A Participant’s Handbook
Paper, $9.95
$37.50 for a pack of six
92 pages, 5 ½" x 8 ¼"
ISBN 0-89390-570-4
November 2002

To order SHARING THE LECTIONARY FOR LENT 2003, call Resource Publications Inc., at 888-273-7782. For interviews, speaking engagements and writing assignments, call 408-286-8505 or send e-mail to Barb@rpinet.com.

Resource Publications, Inc. provides leadership resources for use in ministry and education to help people reach their fullest potential on both personal and professional levels. These resources include Ministry & Liturgy magazine, Liturgical Catechesis magazine, Celebrating the Lectionary, Sacramental Register 3.0 and many other books and music collections. Visit the RPI website at www.rpinet.com.