The Jesus Tree According to Matthew: Lenten Devotional for Families

• Lenten family devotional
• Gospel of Matthew in prayers, readings, reflections
• Reusable poster and stickers for kids to track their progress
• Read & reflect together as a family in preparation for Lent

The Jesus Tree, According to Matthew is a beautiful, family-centered devotional that leads households step by step through the Gospel of Matthew during Lent. 

For each of the 41 days, families gather in prayer, read a Gospel passage, reflect on Christ’s message, and close with prayer. This simple but profound structure makes it easy for parents and children alike to enter deeply into the mystery of Jesus’ life, passion, death, and resurrection.

With all Scripture passages included in full, the devotional requires no preparation—making it practical and accessible for busy families. To help children engage more fully, each day concludes with placing a reusable sticker on a poster, creating a visual countdown to Easter Sunday. 

The accompanying poster contains a section at the bottom for you to record your Lenten disciplines of Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. It can be saved and used each year, and so can the sticker set.

Loved by thousands of Catholic families around the world and newly revised for even greater engagement, The Jesus Tree encourages households to prepare together to stand with Mary at the foot of the Cross and to greet the Risen Lord with joy. 

This devotional not only strengthens family prayer but also fosters a living love for Christ at the very heart of the home. The perfect way to enter into Lent as a family and prepare your hearts for the Resurrection.