Yesterday I attended the Liturgy of the Word and the imposition of ashes on the forehead. The celebration continued until the readings and the Gospel. There was a homily, and afterward, the ashes were blessed. In his homily, the Deacon reminded us that the cross imposed with ashes on the forehead is also a reminder of the cross that was placed on our foreheads during our baptism. He asked us to remember our baptismal promises, which I believe is to remain in the Christian faith. He also told us that the words spoken during the imposition of ashes, "Repent and believe in the Gospel," should lead us to a conversion of heart. That is, it should not be merely an external expression. In ancient times, the Israelites smeared ashes on their heads to show their repentance and return to communion with God and his covenant. So let's not just focus on a symbol; let's analyze what is distancing us from God and make a firm resolution and promise to change so we can draw closer to Him. May this Lent help us arrive in a state of grace to celebrate Jesus' resurrection.
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