Lent is often seen as a somber and quiet season, a time for contemplation and seeking God through silence. However, many of us find music to be a valuable tool for deep reflection. This Lenten season, you are invited to embark on a musical journey of contemplation. We will listen to secular songs, explore the Psalms and scriptures together, and be reminded of God’s steadfast love. See the playlist below for a full list of songs and scripture for the series.
During worship, we will delve into the lyrics of these songs and put them in conversation with the Scriptures.
During the week, devotionals will be published on our website (franklinumc.org) as well as on our Facebook and Instagram pages. Each devotional will include a YouTube video along with questions to guide your meditation and reflection as you listen to the music.
This Lenten season, we invite you to make connections, explore the depths of your heart and soul, and let music guide you on our Lenten journey.
Lent/Easter Worship Schedule
Ash Wednesday, March 5, 7p
Sundays, March 9-Arpil 13, 10am
Good Friday, April 18, 7p
Easter Sunday, April 20, 10a
We gather for worship in the sanctuary, via Google Meet, and stream on YouTube. To learn more about our worship, go to franklinumc.org/worship.
The Playlist: Songs & Scripture
| “Fix You” by Coldplay | Psalm 51:1-17 |
| “Rise Up” by Andra Day | Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 and Luke 4:1-13 |
| “Head Above Water” by Avril Lavigne | Psalm 27 and Luke 13:31-35 |
| “Light of Home” by U2 | Psalm 63:1-8 and Luke 13:1-9 |
| “Rainbow” by Kacey Musgraves | Psalm 32 and Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 |
| “Cover Me in Sunshine” by Pink | Psalm 126 and John 12:1-8 |
| “You Will be Found” from Dear Evan Hansen | Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 and Luke 19:28-40 |
| “The Hanging Tree” from Hunger Games | Psalm 22 and John 18:1-19:42 |
| “A Safe Place to Land” by Sara Bareilles | |
| “Light of a Clear Blue Morning” by Dolly Parton | Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 and John 20:1-18 |
You can listen to the entire playlist on Spotify.
This series was developed by Discipleship Ministries of The United Methodist Church (umcdiscipleship.org/worship). Used by permission.