March 9, Ash Wednesday, marked the start of Lent, a time for Christians to prepare for Easter by seeking spiritual renewal through prayer, fasting and good works. These photos were taken during an Ash Wednesday Mass at St. James the Apostle Church in Trumansburg. (Click here to view more photos from this event and/or buy prints.)
Helen Arco and daughter Abriele receive ashes.
Father John Tokaz blesses the ashes.
Six-year-old Luke Likoudis receives ashes.
Bill Masterson receives ashes from Father Tokaz.
Father Tokaz celebrates the eucharist.
Karia Jones and daughter Alessa Cooper receive ashes.
