Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent leading up to Easter. Below is a link to an article from the United Methodist Church regarding the tradition of placing ashes on the head to observe this holy day: What is the significance of ashes? My prayer is that this Lent be a … Continue reading A season of repentance and renewal
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Put oil on your head and wash your face
“When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to others that you … Continue reading Put oil on your head and wash your face