Abandoned Barns:
A Lenten Journey Toward Restoration
Journey the quiet back roads of New York’s Finger Lakes, where weathered barns stand in fields of memory—silvered by seasons, softened by decay, and still holding stories of time, neglect, and unexpected grace.
In Abandoned Barns, Della Ludwig invites you to pause and look closely. These old structures become mirrors for our own hearts in a restless, distracted world: places where wear is visible, where what once was strong has been weathered, and where beauty lingers even in brokenness.
Written for the Lenten journey, this book offers vivid imagery and gentle spiritual insight. It invites you to take stock of your inner life, welcome the Holy Spirit—the Divine Carpenter—and trust that restoration can begin in the places life has worn down.
A former teacher turned minister, Ludwig writes with the warmth of someone who knows rural rhythms: the bonds of community, the beauty of farmland, and God’s steady presence in ordinary places. Abandoned Barns is an invitation to breathe, reflect, and rediscover the blessings waiting on the road to restoration.
Where to find it
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Small Group Supports
To enrich your journey through Abandoned Barns, a set of supplemental supports is available for small group study.
This downloadable resource includes:
- 11×17 full-color scripture posters to anchor each week’s devotional focus
- 3.5×2 full-color scripture memory cards for personal reflection and memorization
- Participant handouts with activity details, facilitation questions, and journaling prompts
Whether you are gathering around a kitchen table, meeting in a church classroom, or walking the Lenten journey with friends near and far, these materials create space for conversation, reflection, and the quiet work of the Divine Carpenter.
