Ash Wednesday
Sara Bartlett plans to receive imposition of ashes at a drive-through event scheduled for 5 pm. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lenten discipline for observant Christians. What Is Ash Wednesday The Start Of Lent 2020 Has Now Begun Hereford Times It is traditionally a time of fasting and prayer in preparation for receiving or reaffirming baptism at Easter. . What follows is the suggestion of a more experiential Ash Wednesday service that combines traditional and creative elements. Even now says the LORD return to me with your whole heart with fasting and weeping and mourning. Ash Wednesday is a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for reconciliation with God and marks the beginning of the penitential Lenten season. For some Christians Lent is a time to think about ones life choices and mortality as well as reflect on life directions. Literally overnight the mood shifts dramatically. If youre wondering when t...