Ashes-to-Go: Reflecting on Lent
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When: March 5th 8:30–11:30 AM
Where: Christmas Circle, Borrego Springs
As Lent begins, community members gathered at Christmas Circle for Ashes-to-Go, a time of reflection, renewal, and connection. This ecumenical event, organized by the Borrego Ministers Association (BMA), offered a moment to receive ashes and embrace the season’s message:
"Remember that you are dust, and to dust you will return."
This ecumenical event welcomed everyone, creating an opportunity for residents and visitors to observe Ash Wednesday in an accessible and meaningful way.
Fr. Michael Plekon later went to St. Barnabas Episcopal Church to prepare for the BYOB Concert Series and lunch at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, he continued the spirit of the day by offering ashes after the musical performance. Meanwhile, the gathering at Christmas Circle remained a place for quiet reflection and renewal for all who attended.
A Community Tradition of Faith and Unity
Clergy members and faith leaders present for Ashes-to-Go included:
- Fr. Michael Plekon
- Pastor George Abrams
- Pastor Mateo Mamea
- Fr. David Madsen
Their presence at Christmas Circle today reflected the spirit of Lent, offering an invitation to pause, reflect, and embrace the season’s call for renewal.
Looking Ahead
The Borrego Ministers Association is a coalition of local churches and community leaders dedicated to fostering unity and supporting the spiritual needs of Borrego Springs. Through events like Ashes-to-Go, the BMA works to create inclusive opportunities for reflection and connection, welcoming everyone to participate regardless of their faith background
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