Ash Wednesday is a day of fasting and abstinence, which traditionally begins the season of Lent.  The Blessing & Distribution of Ashes may be done outside Mass, with a celebration comprised of just the Introductory Rites and Liturgy of the Word.

Psalm 50: 3-6. 12-14 17 r. 3
Have mercy on us, O Lord, for we have sinned.

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Listen below: Ash Wednesday~ Responsorial Psalm

CCLI & OneLicense No. 4583422

Suggested Songs:

• Have Mercy On Me – “Lord, have mercy on me, have mercy on me…”

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