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Join our Ash Wednesday Worship at 7:30 pm

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. During the service, worshippers are invited to come forward to receive ashes on the forehead—a symbol of our mortality and our turning back toward God. 

Even as we acknowledge our human frailty, the service ends in hope. Through Christ’s death and resurrection, sin and death do not have the final word. We leave in confidence, knowing that nothing can separate us from the love of God.

What is Ash Wednesday?
It is the first day of Lent, a season of preparation leading to Easter.

Why do we receive ashes?
Ashes symbolize repentance and remind us of our mortality and our need for God’s grace.

Where do the ashes come from?
They are traditionally made by burning the palm branches from the previous Palm Sunday.

Do I have to receive ashes?
No. Anyone is welcome to come forward, but participation is entirely optional.

Do I have to attend in person?

No. Feel free to join our worship on Facebook Live. Please click the link here. (www.facebook.com/StanhopeUnitedMethodistChurch) or log in to your personal Facebook account and search Stanhope United Methodist Church.

If you are unable to attend the worship service but would like to receive ashes, call or email the church (973-347-0247, Stanhopeumc@gmail.com) to arrange for a pick-up.