Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of penance, reflection, and fasting that prepares us for Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday, through which we attain redemption. Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular and important holy days in the liturgical calendar. It opens Lent, a season of fasting and prayer.


Ash Wednesday occurs 46 days before Easter Sunday and is chiefly observed by Catholics, although many other Christians also observe it. 

February 18, 2026

7:30 AMSpecial Intentions for Christians in Nigeria by Steve & Diane
9:30 AMAnne Guam † by her daughters, Anne & Kathryn
11:30 AMWendy Marie Lussier † by her parents
4:00 PM For the Morin family members by K. Weldon
7:00 PMMary & Christy Guida † by her daughter, Joni