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Symbolism in the ashes
February 17, 2010 3:06 PM
Krystal Canizales (center), 19, receives an imposition of ashes on her forehead in the shape of a cross from lead pastor Chris Monroe (right) as mother Debbie Canizales (left) looks on at Barstow Free Methodist Church on Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday commences the 40-day season of Lent before Easter. The ancient sign symbolizes the frailty of human life and also signifies repentance, said Monroe.
