“We receive ashes in the sign of a cross as a visible reminder to us & everyone who sees us that we are Christ's. We are redeemed by the Cross & called to take up our own cross. We enter into the journey of Lent intentionally, desiring to grow closer to God & knowing we can't do it without His help. “This is a time to live wholeheartedly for God. ‘Even now, says the Lord, return to me with your whole heart.’ (Joel 2:12) Don't let a single one of these precious days of Lent pass you by unnoticed.” - From Sister Allison Regina Gliot '12, Daughter of St. Paul #ashwednesday