Ashes

Ash Wednesday Prayer

Wounded Christ,
On this day we remember
that we are stardust,
that we share death in common
with all that lives,
that from dust we came, 
and to dust we will return.

Walk with us on every step
of this sacred journey,
and help us not turn away
from heartache, pain, and loss.
In our vulnerability 
may we also find strength,
in our sorrow
may we know the depths of love,
in our living, 
may we learn to die. 

Keep us from grasping at that
which holds us back, and 
don’t guarantee life anyways.
Grant us peace of spirit
even as our flesh grows 
weary and worn.
In your mercy, 
hear our prayers.
Amen.
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- Wendy Janzen