Prayers for Pope Francis on Ash Wednesday
The Catholic community marked Ash Wednesday as Pope Francis remains hospitalized with double pneumonia. FOX 5 NY’s Sharon ...
Why do we celebrate Ash Wednesday? Why do you get ashes? Here's what to know
Many worshipers will receive the marking of the cross in ash on their foreheads on Wednesday, meant to show that a person ...
'Changed my life': First Sunday of Lent brings prayer, preparation for Easter
Two leaders in the faith sphere shared with Fox News Digital their thoughts about prayer to God and preparation ahead of the ...
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What is Ash Wednesday? What is Lent? Here's what to know about the Easter 2025 season
Ashes are a symbol of penance. Marking the first day of the 40-day Lenten season of prayer, Ash Wednesday is also a day of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. Unlike many other holidays ...
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What is Ash Wednesday 2025? When is Lent start date? Why Christians wear ashes, give things up
Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, is on March 5, 2025. Lent is a period of prayer, fasting, and giving for Christians. Ashes represent death and repentance, reminding Christians of human ...
PHOTOS: Ash Wednesday at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver
The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver held Ash Wednesday services on March 5, 2025.
Ash Wednesday calls fire-scarred faithful to walk path of sorrow, renewal
The faithful trudged up the hill to Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center on the first Ash Wednesday after the Eaton Fire, ...
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White House holds Ash Wednesday Mass for staff
An email from the White House Management Office informed staff that the Mass would take place in the Indian Treaty Room at ...