1020 S 10th Ave, Safford, AZ 85546, US
From the Pastor
March 2025
Beloved Church,
As we step into the sacred season of Lent, I invite you to embark on a meaningful journey—one that calls us inward for reflection and forward in faith. Our Lenten theme this year, “Journey Inward/Journey Forward,” focusing on discipleship as a journey of introspection and service. This invites us to see discipleship as both an introspective walk with Christ and an outward call to serve the world.
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on March 5th, a day to humble ourselves before God and acknowledge our need for God’s grace. To mark the beginning of this holy season, we will offer opportunities for the imposition of ashes throughout the day:
• Drive-Thru Ashes: 7:45 AM – 9:30 AM in our Main Parking Lot
• Service of Readings and Ashes: 12:00 PM in the Sanctuary
• Drive-Thru Ashes: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM in the Main Parking Lot
These moments of worship, whether in your car or in the sanctuary, remind us that we are dust, and to dust we shall return—yet in Christ, we are also called to life and renewal.
Throughout Lent, we will reflect on what it means to journey inward, examining our hearts, our faith, and our commitment to Christ. But just as important, we will look outward—stepping forward in service, love, and mission.
As Holy Week approaches, we will once again join our siblings from All Saints Episcopal Church in shared worship, deepening our unity in Christ. More details on these services will be coming soon.
May this Lenten season be a time of spiritual growth, deep reflection, and faithful action. I look forward to walking this journey with each of you.
In Christ’s love,
Pastor Lesli
