MANCHESTER, Mo. — A church is offering a special event for people wanting to observe Ash Wednesday.
Manchester United Methodist Church will offer a drive-thru experience on March 2. During the community event, participants can stay in their vehicle while clergy members pray with them and offer a free cross keepsake. The event is open to the public with no need to be a member of the church to participate.
The event called "Ash and Dash" is being held at the Manchester Athletic Association parking lot at 14380 Manchester Rd. in Manchester, just west of Highway 141. The times to attend are 7 to 9 a.m., 11 a.m.to 1 p.m., and 4 to 6 p.m.
The church advises drivers to look for signs to navigate the event. Last year, more than 400 people took advantage of this opportunity.
For those that can't attend the "Ash and Dash" event, the Manchester UMC will also offer an online and in-person special Ash Wednesday service. To attend online go the church Facebook page or the church website. The in-person event will be held at 129 Woods Mill Road in Manchester. The time and date for both will be Ash Wednesday at 7 p.m. on March 2, 2022.
