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

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

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

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

Several churches in the Jacksonville area are hosting traditional Friday Fish Fry events during the Lenten season. See locations and dates.

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 ...

What is not allowed during Lent? Many Christians abstain from meat on Fridays and fast on specific days. What to know ...

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 ...

One food is always accepted and enjoyed during Lent: the pretzel. It has a deeply spiritual significance for Lent. Because of ...

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.