The sacrificial life of Christ is a major focus of Lent. Symbols Of Sacrifice provides congregations with opportunities to create visual worship aids representing Christ's life during worship.

Each weekly presentation builds a growing reminder of Christ's sacrifice for the congregation.

This series offers a list of symbols and explanation of the symbols. These are provided for the Sundays of Lent and Easter Sunday.

Symbols are:
Palms and Ashes
Robe
Basin and Towel
The Cross
Hammer and Nails
Crown of Thorns
Spices

Richard J. Hull, II is pastor of the West Street Christian Church, Tipton, Indiana. He is a member of the board of directors of The Division of Overseas Ministry of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). He is a graduate of Bethany College (West Virginia), Yale Divinity School, and has studied at Christian Theological Seminary.