Reflecting on the texts of some of the Lenten chant hymns points to self-reflection, to penitence, to spiritual refuge – and as Christ dies on the Cross, our minds and hearts turn to our own death. How do we fair? Are our souls ready?

As Christ withdrew to the desert and the Garden of Gethsemane, can we withdraw the noise of our liturgies for deeper communion with God?

The ever challenging conundrum in particular countries and societies is encouraging our congregations to sing.