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Dating back to the 13th century, the church has abstained from saying “alleluia” during the Lenten season. It is a way we remember with our words that we are in a season of repentance, of turning from and putting to death our sins. The day before Lent begins (often called Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras), color this Alleluia banner, and use the liturgy to “say goodbye” to the Alleluia until Easter. The Liturgy is called “burying the Alleluia” and many do physically bury it, while others choose to simply hide it away for the Lenten season.

This Liturgy for Burying the Alleluia is an excerpt from the Little Way Lenten guide for families, available for purchase here.