Ash Wednesday Chicago: Catholics can get ashes at Union Station, Midway, O'Hare

Ashes for Ash Wednesday will be available at several locations across the Chicago area, including Union Station, O'Hare airport and Midway airport.

In addition to parishes hosting services, clergy and staff will distribute ashes at the following locations:Visitors are encouraged to look for the Old St. Pat's "Got Ashes?" sandwich board signs*Due to inclement weather, ashes will not be distributed at the Morgan 'L' stop or Bartelme Park.Mass schedule: 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.Each ceremony will be 30 minutes in length.

Holy Communion will only be given at Mass. Ashes will only be distributed during Masses or liturgical services.Mass schedule: 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.Each ceremony will be 30 minutes in length. Holy Communion will only be given at Mass. Ashes will only be distributed during Masses or liturgical services.Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles to receive ashes and to follow all traffic safety protocols.

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