We are in the Season of Lent, a time of expectant waiting. Unlike Advent, when we merrily decorate the nursey/stable while we wait for a birth; in Lent we prepare for a funeral. The Sunday of the week I write this, the Gospel reading will include the words of instruction uttered by Jesus, “Pick up your cross and follow me.” [Mark 8:34] It is not only our Lord’s funeral for which we prepare, but ou…