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5 days ago · While most commonly observed by Catholics, Ash Wednesday is a Christian holy day that carries significant meaning for all Christians as a turning of hearts towards God in repentance and prayer.
5 days ago · 1 July 2024. Join the Methodist Festival Choir, together with the Methodist Festival Orchestra, as they bring us on a musical journey to celebrate Pentecost as one body of Christ. Experience the empowering work of the Holy Spirit through the inspiration of music and song.
Jun 12, 2024 · Actress Missi Pyle joined filmmakers in the Seaport last night for a soft launch of the Ash Christian Film Foundation. The foundation honors Christian, a filmmaker who died in 2020. The Alamo Drafthouse screened "Hurricane Bianca" last night, which stars drag queen Bianca Del Rio and features SNL alum Rachel Dratch.
Jun 24, 2024 · The ash is meant to communicate grief and sorrow over sins and repentance through the death of Jesus Christ on the cross. While the observation of Ash Wednesday has historically been within the Catholic Church, several protestant denominations have begun to commemorate the day with similar services.
Jun 21, 2024 · Lent is a period of penitential preparation for the Christian feast of Easter. In Western churches it begins on Ash Wednesday. Lent is observed for 40 days, in imitation of Jesus Christ’s fast in the wilderness, and focuses on fasting, prayer, and almsgiving.
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2 days ago · 2. Prayer for Repentance. Lord Jesus, on this Ash Wednesday, we acknowledge our sins and ask for Your mercy. We have fallen short of Your glory and seek Your forgiveness. Cleanse our hearts and renew our spirits. Help us to turn away from our sinful ways and follow the path of righteousness.
Jun 27, 2024 · Founded by Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Catholic Church is the largest church in the world encompassing people of all nations, races and backgrounds. All the means and graces one need to grow spiritually and for one’s salvation are available in the One, Holy, Catholic... read more.
