Ash Wednesday Eucharist with Ashes

for 1 hour
St Katharine Cree
86 Leadenhall Street City of London, EC3A 3DH, United Kingdom

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the season of Lent. This is a time of preparation characterised by penitence, fasting and prayer in which the Christian church prepares for the celebration of Christ's death and resurrection in Holy Week and at Easter.

In the story of Jesus' life, he had supper with his friends on the night before he died on the cross. At this supper, he told them to share bread and wine to remember him. Ever since, Christians have gathered in the same way to celebrate our faith.

Christians have many names for this celebration – the Eucharist, the Lord's Supper, the Mass, Holy Communion – but whatever we call it, it remains at the centre of all our worship.

What can I expect?

This service includes choral music, hymn singing and lasts around an hour. As well as the opportunity receive bread and wine, there is also the opportunity to receive the sign of the cross on your forehead with ash.

If you receive communion in your own church, you are welcome to receive communion here. If you do not normally receive communion, you are invited to come forward and receive a blessing.

You do not have to be a practicing member of the Church of England to attend. If you are unfamiliar with the service, you can pick up an easy-to-follow order of service at the beginning, which will guide you through each part.

More info

St Katharine Cree

The Guild Church of St Katharine Cree is a church for all workers in the heart of the City of London. We offer a place to pray and a community to belong to.

Rooted in a rhythm of Christian prayer and worship, we accompany and support workers in London to build a just and hopeful future for the City, and to deepen their connection with their community and with Jesus Christ.


Please note our commitment to safeguarding:

The Guild Church of St Katharine Cree is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of London’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.

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Ash Wednesday Eucharist with Ashes

for 1 hour
St Katharine Cree
86 Leadenhall Street City of London, EC3A 3DH, United Kingdom

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the season of Lent. This is a time of preparation characterised by penitence, fasting and prayer in which the Christian church prepares for the celebration of Christ's death and resurrection in Holy Week and at Easter.

In the story of Jesus' life, he had supper with his friends on the night before he died on the cross. At this supper, he told them to share bread and wine to remember him. Ever since, Christians have gathered in the same way to celebrate our faith.

Christians have many names for this celebration – the Eucharist, the Lord's Supper, the Mass, Holy Communion – but whatever we call it, it remains at the centre of all our worship.

What can I expect?

This service includes choral music, hymn singing and lasts around an hour. As well as the opportunity receive bread and wine, there is also the opportunity to receive the sign of the cross on your forehead with ash.

If you receive communion in your own church, you are welcome to receive communion here. If you do not normally receive communion, you are invited to come forward and receive a blessing.

You do not have to be a practicing member of the Church of England to attend. If you are unfamiliar with the service, you can pick up an easy-to-follow order of service at the beginning, which will guide you through each part.

More info
St Katharine Cree Charity No. 1174763