Shrove Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. During our prayer service, we burn last year’s palms. Afterwards, we share a meal of pancakes, hosted by Cub Scout Pack 515.
Shrove Tuesday is observed by many Christians. “Shrove” comes from the word “shrive”, meaning to present oneself to a priest for confession, penance, and absolution. Indulging in food that one might give up as their Lenten sacrifice for the upcoming forty days, is associated with Shrove Tuesday celebrations.
These are pictures from our Shrove Tuesday celebration on Feb. 21, 2023.
