"Ashes and Chocolate" Matthew 6:1-6,16-21

"Ashes and Chocolate" Matthew 6:1-6,16-21 | Ash Wednesday (BONUS)

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Who can save us from the confusing clash of Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day? Peter Walsh and John Kennedy break down the Gospel reading for Ash Wednesday and discuss whether piety is a matter of the heart or just a performance. They also discuss the pressure to impress people, how Lent sets us free, and what makes Ash Wednesday so popular. Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002. Learn more about St. Mark's at https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org

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