St. Francis of Assisi in Brookhaven Welcomes You to Ash Wednesday Mass

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St. Francis of Assisi is hosting Ash Wednesday Mass

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There will be two mass times: 12:10 and 5:30

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Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent

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The day focuses on repentance and prayer

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Lent lasts 40 days not including Sundays

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The observance is most common in Catholic and Lutheran services

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The mood is typically solemn with periods of reflection

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Ashes are administered on the forehead in the shape of a cross

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The ashes symbolize repentance and preparation for Easter

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