Most people know that some Christian churches put ashes on the forehead of those coming on Ash Wednesday. Why do we do this? The older formula for applying ashes was, “Remember that you are dust, ...

On Ash Wednesday, many Christians observe the tradition of placing ashes in a cross on the forehead, which may be accompanied by the words “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return” or ...

Carnival Season typically starts after Epiphany on Jan. 6 and culminates on Ash Wednesday, which falls on March 5 this year.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, an important time for Christians leading up to Easter. Here's what to know.

(NEXSTAR) – Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of the ... of Lent serves as a time for Christians to “engage in acts of prayer, fasting and almsgiving” in preparation for the celebration ...

Holy Saturday marks the end of the Lenten season on April 19, it is a time to mourn the death of Jesus and to prepare for his resurrection. After sunset, the Easter Vigil is often celebrated it is a a ...

It may appear odd, but it is a mark people that practice Christianity receive at Mass on Ash Wednesday ... to be celebrated with self-sacrifice, prayer and other religious activities leading ...