Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Christian season of Lent. This day is marked by Mass, where ashes are placed on the foreheads of Christians in the shape of crosses by the priest. This act symbolizes repentance and a commitment to God. Lent is a season of penance, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, lasting for 40 days and representing the time Jesus spent fasting in the desert. The purpose of Lent is for Christians to reflect, repent, and prepare for the celebration of Easter, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
WashU Events – Danforth Campus – March 5
- 12:05 – 12:45 pm – Ash Distribution in Catholic Student Center Chapel, 6352 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105
- 5:30 – 6:00 pm – Ash Wednesday Mass and Soup at the Catholic Student Center Chapel, 6352 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105
WashU Medicine Event – March 5
- 12:05 – 12:45 pm – Ash Wednesday Mass in Moore Auditorium
St. Louis Community Event – March 5
- 7:00 – 8:00 am & 12:05 – 5:30 pm – Ash Wednesday at Cathedral Basilica