St. Barnabas Episcopal Church

Ash Wednesday- February 26, 2020- will mark the beginning of the season of Lent. This quiet season helps to prepare Christians for the celebration of Easter later in the Spring. St. Barnabas will once again provide ashes to anyone who wishes to receive them at the MDOT Park-n-Ride at I-94 and M52 (Main St). People … Read more

On Saturday, June 13, 7:30p, St. Barnabas Church, Chelsea, MI, will celebrate St. Barnabas Day and cap off its 60th year of worship and service by premiering a new mass dedicated to its patron saint. All are welcome to participate, and an open rehearsal will be held on the preceding Thursday, June 11, at 7:00p. If you … Read more

Shrove Tuesday officially ends the season of Epiphany, and marks the beginning of the penitential season of Lent. The name Shrove Tuesday is derived from the verb “to shrive” which means to confess and receive absolution. During the Middle Ages, “shriveners” (priests) heard people’s confessions in preparation for Lent. As certain foods were restricted during … Read more