5 prayers you should say this Lenten Season
Each and every day we are called on to become closer to God. We can answer that call with our…
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Here’s Where Ash Wednesday Ashes Come From
On Ash Wednesday, Catholics across the world are marked with ashes in the sign of the cross on their foreheads,…
Everything to Know About Fasting in Lent
Lent is a sacred season in the Catholic Church, a time of deep reflection, prayer, and spiritual growth. One of…
Is it appropriate to share pictures of your ashes on Ash Wednesday?
By Marshall Connolly Each year a viral trend resurfaces on Ash Wednesday. Catholics post pictures of themselves with ashes on…
Pope Francis to Participate in Lenten Retreat in Private as He Recovers from Illness
Pope Francis will observe his annual Lenten retreat in an individual capacity once again this year, as he continues to…
Fat Tuesday: The Prelude to Lent and Its Spiritual Significance
Fat Tuesday, or “Mardi Gras,” is often seen as a day of revelry, parades, and indulgence, with celebrations marked by…
5 Facts About Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of prayer, penance, and reflection leading up to Easter. For many…
Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2025: A Call to Conversion, Synodality, and Hope
As we prepare to enter the season of Lent, Pope Francis has released a profound message encouraging Catholics to reflect…
How a Catholic Can Prepare for Ash Wednesday and Lent
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that invites Catholics to draw closer…
Preparing the Heart and Spirit for Ash Wednesday and the Lenten Season
As Ash Wednesday draws near, Catholics across the globe prepare for the beginning of Lent—a solemn period of penance, reflection,…