Ash Wednesday: Tony Umez Attends Mass, Prays for Christians as 40-Day Lent Begins

• Actor Tony Umez has also joined Christians across the world to observe Ash Wednesday, kick starting the 40 days of Lent fasting
• The Nollywood actor who shared pictures also showed the ash sign on his forehead, depicting that he attended a mass service
• Tony Umez also prayed for God’s mercy and guidance for himself and his fans for the journey ahead

Nollywood actor Tony Umez has sent a message to his fans who are Christians aas the 40th Lent begins today, March 5, 2025, with the observance of Ash Wednesday by Christians worldwide.

Like many Christians in and outside Nigeria, Tony attended his church service to receive ashe on his foreheads in the shape of a cross as a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for repentance.

Tony Umez observes Ash Wednesday.
Credit: tonyoangelSource: Instagram

According to reports, the ashes are made from the burnt palms of the previous year’s Palm Sunday.

Ash Wednesday also symbolises the commences of the 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honour the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday.

Tony Umez sends message to his fans

The actor who shared pictures of him in his car also prayed for his fans, asking for God’s mercy on their behalf..

“TODAY IS ASH WEDNESDAY: The Lenten Journey Has Begun May God’s Mercy Be Upon Us And Guide Us Through This Journey We Pray Through Christ Jesus, Amen,” he wrote on in the comment section.

Tony Umez prays for his fans.
Credit: tonyroangelSource: Instagram

Slide the post below to see Tony Umez’s picture including the ash sign on his forehead:

In related news, TheTalk.NG recalls reporting that Tony Umez sweetly celebrated his daughter after she emerged as Miss NYSC Adamawa.

The Nollywood actor shared cute video and pictures as he gushed about his daughter while rooting for her to be the next Miss Universe Nigeria.

Reactions as Tony Umez attends Mass

TheTalk.NG compiled some of the reactions to the actor’s prayer for fans. Read the comments below:

gbaralesuzor01 said:

“Yes oooo. I am going for evening Mass.”

iamchokky wrote:

“Repent, and believe in the Gospel.”

ikoruoyibosiya said:

“durling observing ash Wednesday.”

Tony Umez shares loved-up pics

Meanwhile, TheTalk.NG previously reported that Tony Umez and his wife marked their 23rd wedding anniversary on November 16, 2022.

The veteran actor shared adorable photos of him and his wife publicly displaying affection as he thanked God for how far he has brought them.

Fans and followers, including the actor’s colleagues, took to the comment section to celebrate with him and his wife.

Source: TheTalk.NG

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