Ash Wednesday and Lent

Do you love Easter? It’s even better when you observe Lent to prepare for Easter. Ash Wednesday (on March 5 this year) is the first day of the season of Lent. But what IS Lent?

Here are a few quick facts:

• The word Lent means “springtime”. It lasts from Ash Wednesday to the Saturday before Easter. It’s 40 days long. (Sundays aren’t included in the count.)
• The mark of ashes is a sign that is placed on the foreheads of many Christians on Ash Wednesday. It is a reminder of our mortality and a sign of repentance.
• Lent is a time set aside for special focus on our sinful nature and need for a Saviour. This may include worship and prayer, self-denial and giving to others.

The solemn observation of Lent gives way to and enhances the joy of Easter!

Wednesday evening services will be offered throughout Lent.