Ash Wednesday, a Christian holy day, is this week. It is the first day of the Lenten season and is considered a reminder of human mortality, according to the Encyclopedia Britannica. Here’s what ...

Maite joined the AS USA in 2021, bringing her experience as a research ... Roman Catholics marked the start of the Lent season with Ash Wednesday. The faithful offered prayers for good health ...

Similar to the length of the period, Christians fast during Lent to represent Jesus' time in the desert, according to the USCCB. Many abstain from a form of indulgence throughout the season ...

As the Diocese of Brooklyn began the Lenten season with Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. James in Downtown Brooklyn on Ash Wednesday, Bishop Robert Brennan opened the season of fasting, prayer, ...

EVANSVILLE − The Lenten season is upon us, and area Catholic churches and organizations are once again firing up the fryers and inviting all to the yearly Friday fish fries. Whether you’re a ...

The traditional dishes served at St. Michael's do not have meat, making them perfect for those avoiding meat on Fridays during the Lenten season. Volunteers serve pirohis at St. Michael's pirohis ...