Lent at St. Paul's
Lent invites us into a holy season of prayer, self-examination, and return—to God and to one another. At St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral, we observe Lent as a journey of renewal and reflection, walking together toward the hope of Easter.
Throughout the season, we encourage all to deepen their spiritual lives by engaging in the rhythms of Lent: attending additional worship services, taking up a personal Lenten discipline of prayer, service, or generosity, and setting aside intentional time for study and reflection. Whether through acts of compassion, a renewed commitment to giving, or participation in one of our Lenten book studies, Lent offers space to listen more closely for God’s voice.
Wherever you find yourself on the journey, you are welcome here.
We invite you to walk this sacred season with us—open hearts, steady steps, and hope renewed.
2026 Lenten Offerings
Lent offers a time of renewal and reflection as we journey together the 40 days from Ash Wednesday to Easter. We invite you to join us for any and all of these services, activities, classes and events.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper & Palm Burning
Tuesday, February 17, 6 p.m. - Join us for a festive and holy occasion at St. Paul's as we gather to feast on the eve of Ash Wednesday with our Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper in Dean Willey Hall, followed by the Burning of the Palms.
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 18, 7 a.m. - Early Morning Service with Imposition of Ashes
Ashes to Go - 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Corner of 7th & Broadway
12:10 p.m. - Midday Service with Imposition of Ashles
6 p.m. - Join us at a special service geared especially for families and children as we mark the solemn and holy season of Lent on Ash Wednesday with the Imposition of Ashes.
Lenten Quiet Day Retreat
Saturday, February 21, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in Dean Willey Hall- Set aside time to pause, pray, and deepen your Lenten journey through reflection and holy listening. Save the date and join us for this meaningful day. To reserve your spot click HERE>
Lenten Book Studies
Join us in small groups across the city throughout Lent for book studies on various topics. Email pjackson@stpaulsokc.org to sign up and participate or help facilitate a group!
Holy Week at the Cathedral
Holy Monday - Monday, March 30, 10:30 a.m.: All are welcome and invited to the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma's Annual Clergy Vow Renewal and Holy Eucharist on Monday of Holy Week. A lunch reception will follow the service.
Holy Tuesday - Tuesday, March 31, 12:10 p.m., Holy Eucharist
Holy Wednesday- Wednesday, April 1, 12:10 p.m., Holy Eucharist
Tenebrae Service - Wednesday, April 1, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a Tenebrae Service with sacred music by the Cathedral Schola Cantorum on Wednesday evening in Holy Week, in the cathedral.
Maundy Thursday - Thursday, April 2, 12:10 p.m., Holy Eucharist
Maundy Thursday Evening Service - Thursday, April 2, 6:30 p.m., Holy Eucharist
Good Friday - Friday, April 3, 7 a.m., Way of the Cross procession with Stations of the Cross throughout downtown Oklahoma City. We will start and end at the cathedral.
Midday Good Friday Service - Friday, April 3, 12:10 p.m.
Veneraton of the Cross Service - Friday, April 3, 6:30 p.m.
Holy Saturday - Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m. Holy Saturday Morning Service
The Great Vigil of Easter - Saturday, April 4, 7:30 p.m. with Confirmations, Reaffirmations, and Receptions and Bishop Poulson Reed
Easter Sunday - Sunday, April 5, 7 a.m. Sunrise Service with Holy Eucharist in the East Garden (weather permitting)
Celebration Service - Sunday, April 5, 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II
Easter Reception & Egg Hunt - Sunday, April 5, 10:15 a.m.
Celebration Service - Sunday, April 5, 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I