Ash Wednesday 2026: Evangelical Churches Increasingly Embrace Ancient Lenten Traditions
As Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a growing number of evangelical and nondenominational churches are adopting centuries-old liturgical practices including Ash Wednesday services, fasting, and seasonal devotionals—reflecting a broader desire for deeper spiritual rhythms in an age of distraction.
Read Full Story at Christianity Today"Even now," declares the LORD, "return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning. Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love."
— Joel 2:12-13
On this Ash Wednesday, the ancient call of Joel rings out to a new generation of believers discovering the transformative power of Lenten discipline—a season to return to God with undivided hearts.