The faithful across Hancock County gathered at services Wednesday, opening the season of Lent with prayer, penance and fasting.

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The global reality of the Church translates into a variety of Lenten practices. Read on to learn about more traditions that ...

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Muslims observed their first full day of Ramadan on Wednesday, coinciding with Ash Wednesday, which kicks off Christians' ...

Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent on Feb. 18, 2026. Learn about its meaning, fasting rules, meat abstinence, and Visalia ...

Many Christians observe Ash Wednesday on Feb. 18, which begins the 40 days of Lent ahead of Easter on April 5.

By Benedict Rogers This week, the world’s two largest religions — Christianity and Islam — began their seasons of fasting and ...

If you are looking for new meal ideas to cook at home with your family, EWTN can assist — with a free e-book, “Fish on Friday: Simple Meals for Lent.” The book offers “wholesome recipes that will ...

The annual tradition ...

If you've spotted people out and about with ashes on their forehead, it can only mean one thing: It's Ash Wednesday. Here's ...

Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, Feb. 18. The holy day marks the beginning of Lent. Visit individual Diocese of Stockton and other denominational church websites for a full schedule of Mass times.