Wed, Mar 05
|St Joan of Arc
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for reconciliation with God and marks the beginning of the penitential Lenten season.
Time & Location
Mar 05, 2025, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
St Joan of Arc, 1701 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6P 1B1, Canada
About The Event
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance leading up to Easter Sunday. It is observed by many Christian denominations, including Roman Catholics, Anglicans, Lutherans, and Methodists.
Date
Ash Wednesday occurs 46 days before Easter Sunday. The specific date varies each year, depending on the ecclesiastical approximation of the March equinox. In 2025, Ash Wednesday will be observed on March 5th.
Significance
The day is significant for several reasons:
It serves as a reminder of human mortality and the need for repentance.