Psalm 51:1-17 is a classic Ash Wednesday prayer of repentance: Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me. read more
Prayer for Aid in Fasting Anglican Ash Wednesday Collect Prayer for Ash Wednesday A Prayer for Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday Prayer. read more
Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the 40 days of Lent, a six-week period (excluding Sundays) dedicated to prayer, fasting, and reflection in preparation for the great celebration of Christ’s Paschal Mystery in the Easter Triduum. read more