Ash Wednesday is March 5, which marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of repentance, fasting and prayer. Many worshipers will receive the marking of the cross in ash on their foreheads on ...

Here are five interesting facts about Lent. 1. The meaning of ashes. Ash Wednesday worship involves church services where ashes are placed in the shape of a cross on worshipers' foreheads.

Ash Wednesday is March 5, which marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of repentance, fasting and prayer. Many worshipers will receive the marking of the cross in ash on their foreheads on ...

Ash Wednesday, March 5, this year, the first day of the Lenten season and is considered a reminder of human mortality. Skip to Main Content Skip to footer Sections ...

Carnival Season typically starts after Epiphany on Jan. 6 and culminates on Ash Wednesday, which is on March 5 this year. Here's everything to know about upcoming holidays, including Mardi Gras ...