Lent and Holy Week 2026 at St. Aidan’s
In 2026, St. Aidan’s walks a clear and nourishing spiritual arc: from Lent’s invitation to “let go for the sake of love,” through Holy Week’s outpouring, into Eastertide’s discovery of how resurrection is lived over time. Early Summer deepens this through the witness of the saints, teaching us that risen life grows patiently and imperfectly in real human stories. By late summer and fall, this formation blossoms into mission as we become a community both rooted and sent, tending the field God has entrusted to us. Each season builds on the one before it, shaping us as a people learning to follow Christ with courage, offering, and joy.
Lent calls to us. We shall see you there.
M. Mary Kate+
The Rev. Mary Kate Rejouis
Rector, St. Aidan's Episcopal Church
Ash Wednesday services
Wednesday, February 18
Tonight, we begin Lent not by taking on more, but by letting go. Marked with ashes, we remember that love sometimes asks us to release what we cling to—control, certainty, even our own strength—so that our lives may be shaped more fully by Christ. This season invites us into the freedom of sacrifice, trusting that what is poured out in love is never lost to God.
7am+12pm Ashes and Holy Eucharist
6pm The Pause + Ashes
Drive/Walk Through Ashes @ St. Aidan's
3pm-5pm
Wednesday Worship
7:30am Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist + Bible Study + Bagels & Coffee
6pm The Pause
Fridays in Lent
12pm Stations of the Cross
At 12pm, walk the Stations of the Cross, remembering Jesus’ love and sacrifice. This Lent, set aside time each Friday to come, pray, and find strength. All are welcome.
Thoughts on a Lenten Rule
by Fr. Steve Wengrovius, Priest Associate
For centuries, Christians have kept a Lenten Rule as a way to prepare their hearts and souls for Easter. Rather than a rigid set of obligations, a Lenten Rule is an intentional framework for prayer, fasting, and self-denial that helps re-establish Godly priorities and deepen our awareness of God’s love. Fr. Steve Wengrovius reflects on how crafting a Lenten Rule can shape our spiritual growth and draw us closer to Christ.
Lenten resources from the episcopal church in colorado
Click the button below to access the website page of Lenten resources provided by the Episcopal Church in Colorado.
episcopal 101
February 22, March 1, and March 22 2026, from 11:30am to 12:15pm in the Chapel.
Join us for three conversations led by M. Mary Kate about following Jesus and how we are a church together. No RSVP needed, just be there! All are welcome, especially newcomers.
Mini retreats
March 6 and 27, 2pm-4pm
Participate in one, or both, of our mini retreats during the Lenten season. The theme of the first retreat on March 6 is Making Room: A Silent Lenten Mini Retreat. The theme of the second retreat on March 27 is Poured Out in Love: Preparing for Holy Week. Click the button below to RSVP for these events!
The week between Palm Sunday and Easter Day is a journey we take with Jesus through the moments of his passion, death, and resurrection. There is no week like this in our year, and it is worth taking your time to participate and come to services.
At 5:30pm on March 27, we’ll have a special time with kids to observe, in a kid-friendly way, the moments of Holy Week. This will take less than an hour. Grownups are welcome, too.
Palm/Passion Sunday, March 29 - Love That Does Not Turn Away
8am Morning Prayer on Zoom
10am Holy Eucharist
Monday in Holy Week, March 30
12pm Holy Eucharist
Tuesday in Holy Week, March 31
12pm Holy Eucharist
Wednesday in Holy Week, April 1
7am Holy Eucharist + Bible Study
12pm Holy Eucharist
6pm The Pause
Maundy Thursday, April 2 - Poured Out for Love
12pm Holy Eucharist
7pm Foot Washing and Holy Eucharist
Watch in the Chapel and Zoom Prayer
Signups will be available in the parish hall in March.
Good Friday, April 3 - Nothing Held Back
12pm Good Friday Liturgy
Holy Saturday, April 4 - Waiting with What Has Been Lost
9am Holy Saturday Service
7pm The Great Vigil
Easter Sunday, April 5 - Love Raised to New Life
8am Morning Prayer on Zoom
10am Holy Eucharist
“Now quit your care and anxious fear and worry;
for schemes are vain and fretting brings no gain.
Lent calls to prayer, to trust and dedication;
God brings beauty nigh.”