Hyde Park United Methodist

Like many of the parables of Jesus, the story of the Prodigal Son is a study in contrast, between the waywardness of the younger son and the extravagant love of God. Embodying that contrast is the light and shadow that comes from beautiful stained glass, like the stunning windows of Cathedrale Saint-Etienne in Bourges, France. Its depiction of the parable of the prodigal is not only rich in imagery; it also renders imaginative aspects of the story as a way of inviting the viewer to see themselves in the narrative. For all the soulful repentance that Lent prompts, it is good to remember that ultimately, God is there to welcome us, hold us, and forgive us.   Reflection Questions: 1. What rooms of your past remain closed, waiting for God’s healing light?2. Where are you chasing fulfillment outward instead of returning inward to God?3. How might God expand the living space of your heart today?Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps