Ash Wednesday in 2021

Father Pancake* was a bit late this year. Pancakes for breakfast on Ash Wednesday, but it's still Tuesday in England so that's OK. *Jolly, fat man with a beard, oh no that's a mirror...

— Neil Capey (@neilcapey) February 16, 2021

Wishing a blessed Ash Wednesday to Christian communities across Victoria. The first day of Lent marks a time for repentance and reflection, as we look with hope towards the future. Thank you for reflecting safely at home this year. https://t.co/oYSItYnBdD

— Ros Spence MP (@RosSpenceMP) February 16, 2021

We remember all those that were lost CFA, CFS and Civilians on the 16 February 1983, which was Ash Wednesday. Within twelve hours, more than 180 fires fanned by winds of up to 110 km/h (caused widespread devastation across the Victoria and South Australia. https://t.co/8J1b3H0pJT

— Chris Hardman (@FFMVic_Chief) February 16, 2021

ASH WEDNESDAY Today we came together to celebrate Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of the season of Lent. Staff and students were marked with ashes on our heads as a sign that we want to turn away from sin and follow in the steps of Jesus https://t.co/F41U5Nxevr

— Sacred Heart Primary (@SHPSThornlie) February 17, 2021

Today marks 38 years since Ash Wednesday. I lived in Upper Beaconsfield at the time. This is nearly 8 year old me! Twelve volunteer firefighters were killed just up from my house when the wind changed. There is a memorial there now to commemorate them. #AshWednesday https://t.co/mrYOsFVl9N

— FenstarDeFöx (@FenstarDeLuxe) February 16, 2021

Ash Wednesday commences Lent. The physical signs, ashes, abstaining from meat today & on Good Friday, giving up something, are all meant to influence our awareness. Pope Francis’ words go to the heart. This is a time of reorientation towards service & love, of God and each other. https://t.co/A1VgVJHJjK

— Chris Middleton (@ChrisMi24290288) February 16, 2021

Today, I join Christians around the world in observing Ash Wednesday. As we enter the season of Lent, we know this moment of repentance, reflection, and renewal comes in the midst of a painful winter. Let us look with hope and anticipation toward Easter and brighter days ahead.

— President Biden (@POTUS) February 18, 2021