Calvary Church Hosts Ash Wednesday Service

Hybrid in-person and virtual service to mark the start of Lent

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Calvary Church in Philadelphia is hosting a hybrid Service of Ashes & Stardust on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00 pm. The service will be open to both in-person and virtual attendance, and will include prayer, silent reflection, singing, and the imposition of ashes (and glitter) for those attending in person.

Why it matters

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a sacred time of spiritual reflection and preparation for Easter. Calvary Church's inclusive hybrid service allows the community to come together and observe this important religious tradition, whether in person or virtually.

The details

The service will take place at Calvary Church, located at 801 S 48th St in Philadelphia. Those attending in person should use the 48th Street entrance. Virtual attendees can find details on how to connect via Zoom on the church's website at allmeansall.org/lent. The service will include a simple liturgy of prayer, silent reflection, and singing, as well as the imposition of ashes (and glitter) for those present.

  • The Service of Ashes & Stardust will take place on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00 pm.

The players

Calvary Church

A church located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that is hosting the hybrid Ash Wednesday service.

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What’s next

Those interested in attending the service, either in person or virtually, can find more information and connection details on the Calvary Church website at allmeansall.org/lent.

The takeaway

Calvary Church's inclusive Ash Wednesday service provides the community with an opportunity to come together and observe this important religious tradition, regardless of whether they can attend in person or virtually.