February 17th is Ash Wednesday, ushering us into the season of Lent, in preparation for Easter. And while local churches are unable to hold special Ash Wednesday services as many have in past years, it's still important to recognize the importance of the symbolism of our mortality, and repentance. 

 

Corey Hildebrand, Pastor of Family Ministries with the Emmanual Mennonite Church in Winkler shared some insight with CFAM Morning Show Host Jayme Giesbrecht:

 

In 2020, many of us have felt as though we've already sacrificed so much. Pastor Corey says that may give us a brightened perspective on the concept of Lent: