Start Your Lenten Journey

As we enter the holy season of Lent, we invite our entire parish family to gather in prayer, repentance, and reflection.

Service Schedule

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026:

• 8:00 AM – Morning Mass

• 10:00 AM – Midday Mass

• 1:00 PM – Ash Wednesday Service

• 6:00 PM – Ash Wednesday Service

The Meaning Behind the Ashes

The tradition of marking the forehead with ashes is a powerful biblical symbol of penance and humility. While ashes appear throughout Scripture, this specific practice became a universal Church tradition in 1091, when Pope Urban II recommended it for all the faithful.

By receiving ashes, we echo the ancient practice of repenting in “sackcloth and ashes” — a physical reminder of our humble origins and our need for God’s grace. This solemn rite marks the beginning of our 40-day journey toward the joy of Easter.

As the ashes are placed on our foreheads, we hear the words:
“Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”