The Imposition of Ashes
Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, February 22
Services are at 8:00 am, Noon, and 6:00 pm. Begin the Holy Season of Lent with the Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes.

Inspiring Words
Daily Meditations for Lent
Written by The Rt. Rev. Michael Marshall, The Rev. Thomas Synan, The Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey and Ms. Caren Miles
You may have a timely meditation, written by one of our CHR clergy and staff delivered to you digitally each day during the season of Lent. Simply subscribe to our Blog. Printed booklets of Lenten Meditations will be available in the Narthex. If you would like a booklet mailed to you, please call the church office at 212-289-3400

Lent for the 21st Century
Sunday Rector's Forums for Lent
Sundays, February 26 through March 25 at 9:30 am in Darlington Hall
Join us for a new series of forums: What is Lent for the 21st-century Christian?
February 26, Lent 1: Lent: when did it start, and how has it changed through the ages?
March 4, Lent 2: What is prayer for 21st century people?
March 11, Lent 3: How do I fast in today's world?
March 18, Lent 4: What is almsgiving in modern times?
March 25, Lent 5: Why does Baptism still matter?

Centering Prayer
Monday Meditation
Mondays in Lent from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us every Monday for silent meditation in the Chancel. Our special theme this season will be “Giving Up for Lent.” Every session will include a brief read or spoken-word reflection, followed by 20 minutes of silent meditation, sometimes called Centering Prayer in the Christian tradition. Please arrive on time so as not to enter during the silence. All are welcome! No prior experience necessary, and no need to sign up. If you have questions, contact the Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey at egarnsey@heavenlyrest.org or 212-289-5384.

Bread, Book, and Soup
New Wednesday Night Class for Lent
Wednesdays, February 29 through April 4 from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Immediately following the 6pm Wednesday night Eucharist, the Rev. Tom Synan will lead a discussion group using the book "Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter." This book is an anthology that includes essays and poetry of theological heavyweights such as C.S. Lewis, G.K. Chesterton, and Frederich Buechner, not to mention literary surprises from Dylan Thomas and John Updike. In keeping with the season, soup and bread will be provided. If you are interested in participating in this program, please contact the Rev. Tom Synan at tsynan@heavenlyrest.org and pick up a copy of Bread and Wine. The book is available at www.Amazon.com.

Be Still
Lenten Quiet Day
Saturday, March 3 from 10:00am - 3:00pm in the Chapel
Lent is a time of preparation for the Lord's passion and resurrection. It is a season offered by the Church to get right with God. The Rev. Tom Synan will lead a Lenten Quiet Day on the theme of "Letting Go." The session will be held in the Chapel of the Beloved Disciple and will include meditations, silent prayer, contemplation, brief discussion, lunch, and Holy Eucharist. Take the time to let go a little and start getting yourself right with the Lord.

For Body and Soul
Saturday Morning Yoga
Saturdays, March 3 through April 7 at 10:00am in the Chancel
All levels welcome. $10 per session or all six for $50 (to pay the instructor). To sign up, contact the Rev. Elizabeth Garnsey at egarnsey@heavenlyrest.org or 212-289-5384.