Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a weekslong period for the faithful that comes ahead of one of the most joyous ...

Christians will get one last nibble on their paczkis and king cakes as Mardi Gras and the Carnival Season give way to Ash ...

Ash Wednesday is a day away and begins the Christian season of Lent. The 6-week period that leads up to Easter. What we know ...

Is today Fat Tuesday? What is the meaning and why do we celebrate? Here's what we know from king cakes to Holy Week schedule.

Fat Tuesday - or Mardi Gras - is followed by Ash Wednesday to kick off the start of Lent. Here's what to know about fish ...

The ashes are now placed on each worshipper's forehead on Ash Wednesday in the form of a cross in the Roman Catholic Church.

Celebrate Ash Wednesday with quotes and messages that encourage introspection, optimism, and spiritual rejuvenation.

As early as the first century, people are believed to have fasted during Lent. It was customary to eat only one meal a day, ...