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Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2005
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Christ the King to offer Ash Wednesday serviceChrist the King Charismatic Episcopal Church in Sharpsburg will observe Ash Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 7:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent which marks the 40 days, not including Sundays, prior to the celebration of Easter Sunday. Practiced for centuries, Ash Wednesday is celebrated with Holy Communion and with ashes being placed in the sign of a cross on the forehead of believers. The ashes often are those made from the burning of palms left over from the previous years Palm Sunday service. During the service, a brief Lenten meditation will be given by Father David Epps, pastor of Christ the King. All baptized believers are invited to receive communion and the imposition of ashes. The season of Lent is seen as a special time for meditation, prayer and penitential practices for increased understanding of Christs sacrifice and resurrection, Epps said, and for the renewal of baptismal vows and recommitment to Christian life. Traditional Lenten practices include fasting, special commitments, good deeds and alms giving, prayer and reflection, studying scripture and increased participation in church worship services. Christ the King is on Ga. Hwy. 34 between Peachtree City and Newnan. |
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