It’s Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent. Arthur the Clumsy Altar Server makes a promise in his heart to be perfect, just like Jesus. For Lent this year, Arthur is giving up mistakes!
But no matter how hard he tries, Arthur still makes mistakes. His attempts at being perfect all fall short. Arthur fears that his mistakes mean he will never be good enough to be with Jesus.
Theresa Kiser is the award-winning author of Seven Gifts of Baptism and Liturgical Colors. She is a mother, former catechist, and the founder of CatholicKidlit.com. Discover more about the author and her books, get writing help, or book Theresa for a school visit or speaking engagement at theresakiser.com.
Mike Schwalm is a concept artist and illustrator living in Southern California. He loves Jesus, his wife Hailey, and his three beautiful children: Andy, Lucy, and baby Molly.
