May this prayer guide you as you begin your Lenten observance on Ash Wednesday, leading you toward a season of reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal.
Loving God,
As we gather on this Ash Wednesday, we come before You with humble hearts, mindful of our mortality and the need for repentance. Today, we mark the beginning of the holy season of Lent, a time of reflection, fasting, and drawing closer to You.
Lord, we ask for Your guidance and strength as we embark on this Lenten journey. Help us to turn away from sin and to seek Your forgiveness and mercy.
As we receive these ashes on our foreheads, may they be a visible sign of our inner desire to be cleansed and renewed. The words spoken, “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return,” serve as a solemn reminder of our earthly nature.
May this reminder prompt us to live with greater intention, to love more deeply, and to serve others with compassion.
Lord, during this season of Lent, may we grow closer to You in prayer and fasting. Help us to deepen our understanding of Your sacrifice on the cross and the boundless love that led You to offer Yourself for our salvation.
Grant us the grace to let go of distractions and to focus on our relationship with You.
We also remember those who are suffering, those who are marginalized, and those who are in need. May our acts of charity and kindness during this Lenten season bring hope and relief to those who are hurting.
Lord, we entrust our Lenten journey to You. May it be a time of spiritual growth, transformation, and a deeper connection with Your love.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
