We may not think about it, but Lent is actually one of the more sensory-focused seasons of the liturgical year. During Lent, we intentionally remove extra decorations from the sanctuary. Some parishes will remove all flowers or banners. Others will create small desert-scapes with bare tree branches, rocks or empty pots. We do this so that our eyes will find minimal distractions as we gaze at the cross, or at the Host during the moment of consecration. The purple vestments and altar cloths also clue us in to the shift in mood.
In Lent the music changes. Many parishes will use a separate Mass setting (the Gospel Acclamation, Holy, Holy, Holy, Memorial Acclamation and Great Amen), typically in a minor key.
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Daily Graces 
Dear Kate,
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating this and making it free for us moms to use. I plan to incorporate it into our “Together Time” with our kids, which is usually around noon with the Angelus.
Peace of Christ,
Amy
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That sounds perfect Amy! The Angelus is something I want to start teaching my kids, thanks for the reminder so we actually do it today. I hope the lectio journal works well for you all. I’d love any feedback you have, I’m hoping to create more. Peace and all good!
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