02/19/2026
Thank you for joining us last night as we collectively marked the start of the season of Lent. This season prepares us to fully rejoice in the resurrection at Easter as we spend time in repentance and reflection, examining ourselves through prayer, fasting and self-denial.
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.