Ash Wednesday services set for February 18

Ash Wednesday is the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period when many Christians practice reflection and repentance in preparation for Holy Week and Easter.

Join us at noon on Feb. 18 for the Ash Wednesday service at St. John’s Episcopal Church for readings from the Bible and an invitation to the practice of reflection and repentance. The priest will mark a small cross on the forehead of anyone who wants to observe Lent this year in some way.

If you’re not able to attend a service on February 18 and still want to connect with the spirit of Lent, St. John’s priest, Steven Tomlinson, and others from the congregation will be in the parking lot at Brookshire Brothers from 3-5pm offering ashes and prayer. All are welcome.

Lunchtime Service

St. John’s Episcopal Church 915 Travis Street 12-1pm

Drive-Thru Ashes

Brookshire Brothers Parking Lot 1400 Fannin Street 3-5 pm