Find out the date of Ash Wednesday this year, plus other important observances including Easter Sunday.

Posted: March 6, 2025 | Last updated: June 18, 2025 Folks celebrated Ash Wednesday March 5, a holy day of prayer and repentance for Christians.

The pastor went to each car that came to the drive-thru and offered a blessing while he gave out ashes.

While many associate Ash Wednesday with prayer and fasting, its principles extend beyond spirituality and can be applied to business, productivity, financial growth, and relationships.

Ash Wednesday begins Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and reflection for Christians. Observed with the application of ashes on the forehead, it signifies penance and humility.

Hyderabad: City churches commemorated Ash Wednesday today, marking the beginning of Lent — a 40-plus day season of fasting, prayer, and reflection. Devotees gathered to hear readings from ...

Ash Wednesday is officially here! The Christian season of Lent — the 6-week period that leads up to Easter — starts. What we know on dates, meanings and more.

What is Ash Wednesday and why do Christians give things up for Lent? This year, Ash Wednesday will be observed on March 5, 2025.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent and its observance lasts for 40 days. Here's what to know about the Christian tradition.

What is Ash Wednesday and why do Christians give things up for Lent? This year, Ash Wednesday will be observed on March 5, 2025.

Ash Wednesday 2025 marks the beginning of Lent, a period of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Christians worldwide. Learn its significance, traditions, and observances.