Children's Service for Ash Wednesday: Faith and Community in Erlstätt
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Ash Wednesday for Children: Faith Experience in Erlstätt
With calm joy, Lent begins on Ash Wednesday – also for children. In the parish church of St. Peter and Paul in the valley, families celebrate a child-friendly service together, introducing the meaning of the ash cross and making spiritual community palpable.
Meaning and Symbol: What the Ash Cross Means
In a reflective atmosphere, children and accompanying adults learn why the ash cross marks the way into Lent. Words from the Bible, prayers, and simple explanations open a religious experience that connects heart and mind.
Liturgy for the Youngest: Understanding, Participating, Praying Together
Child-friendly texts, songs, and short prayers invite participation. The liturgy introduces the tradition of the Church and allows children to experience the power of communal prayer.
Experiencing the Church Space: History and Faith of the Homeland
The late Gothic village church is one of the oldest in the Chiemgau region. Artworks and the historic organ enhance the feeling of home, faith, and culture. Calmness and sound carry the celebration.
Community After the Service
In togetherness, faith grows. Families connect with offerings from the parish and the parish association, from children's and family services to seasonal celebrations.
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Visitors can expect a calm, child-friendly celebration with prayers, songs, and explanations of the ash cross. Come with your family and experience faith and community on-site.
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- Parish Erlstätt: Children's Service for Ash Wednesday – Tourist Information Traunstein
- Parish Association St. Francis of Assisi – Archdiocese of Munich and Freising
- Ash Wednesday: Significance and Customs – RND, 2025
- Parish Church St. Peter and Paul in the Valley – Chiemsee-Alpenland Tourism
- Parish Association under New Leadership: Father Andrei Mirt – Traunsteiner Tagblatt
- Ash Wednesday: Starting Lent with the Ash Cross – Archdiocese of Cologne
