The season of Lent begins on Wednesday, February 26. On Ash Wednesday, we will distribute ashes within the 9:00 A.M., and 7:00 P.M. Masses and the 12:00 and 4:00 P.M. Services of the Word. Lent is a time to step back and to see how we can better reflect a spirit of prayer, penance (conversion) and charity throughout our lives. There will be soon be a booklet on the tables in the church listing the services and faith formation opportunities that will be offered throughout the season, as well as guidelines for fasting and abstinence.