As we approach the season of Lent, we invite you to join us at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Brecksville for our Ash Wednesday service on March 5th at noon. This sacred day marks the beginning of a forty-day journey of reflection, repentance, and renewal, a time to draw closer to God and prepare our hearts for the joy of Easter.
In the Episcopal tradition, Ash Wednesday holds profound significance. It is a moment when we humbly acknowledge our mortality and our need for God’s grace. The ashes are a visible symbol of our penitence, reminding us of our human frailty and the importance of turning away from sin. These ashes, typically made from burned palm branches of the previous year’s Palm Sunday, are a tangible reminder of the cycle of life, death, and resurrection.
Lent is not a season of gloom, but rather a season of grace. It is an opportunity to examine our lives, to seek forgiveness, and to deepen our relationship with Christ. We are called to prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, all of which help us to focus on what truly matters.
At St. Matthew’s, we believe in walking this Lenten journey together. Our Ash Wednesday service will provide a space for quiet reflection, heartfelt prayer, and the communal experience of receiving the ashes. We will gather as a community, supporting one another as we embark on this spiritual pilgrimage.
Whether you are a lifelong Episcopalian or exploring your faith, you are warmly welcomed to join us. Let us begin this Lenten season together, with open hearts and a shared desire to grow in faith and love. We hope to see you there, as we begin this journey toward Easter together.
