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Pam Taylor shares a behavior she's trying to change during Lent. She wants to become less critical of other people and has an interesting approach to how she can bring glory to God leading up to Easter and beyond. Listen to more stories at TMUMC.ORG/lent.

Rev. Karen Chraska is the Assoc. Pastor of Worship Arts and openly admits that she struggles with the idea of fasting. She wants to grow deeper in her relationship with God and is seeking ways to interrupt her routine to make room for God's presence. Learn more at TMUMC.ORG/lent.

Ted Hyde is using the practice of Holy Yoga to develop a deeper relationship with God during Lent. He likes the focus on body, mind, and soul that comes with this practice and hopes that it will prepare him for Easter in a new way.

Fasting, combined with prayer, helps us to find God’s direction for our lives. Sign in to worship at TMUMC.ORG/here.

Amanda Eaton joins this episode from a closet in her home because it is the only place she can find quiet right now. As a mother of a 9 month old, fasting will look different this year than it has in the past, but we are so grateful to worship a compassionate, loving God. Amanda is an excellent reminder not to be too hard on yourself during the fasting season.

When Stephanie Pippett fasts, she likes to focus on something that she feels has overtaken her life. She's noticed that one habit in particular has changed for the negative during COVID-19 and she wants to turn it into time for God. Listen to more stories from members and staff at TMUMC.ORG/lent.