Fasting is abstaining from food, from certain types of food, or from both food and water. There are several reasons why people fast, but the most common is for religious purposes. A period of fasting ...

An excerpt on generosity and solidarity from “Hunger for Righteousness: A Lenten Journey Towards Intimacy with God and Loving our Neighbor.” ...

In Pakistan, the Christian minority observes Lent according to its own traditions. This year, its concurrence with Ramadan ...

In Matthew’s Gospel, the disciples of John the Baptist asked Jesus, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples do ...

Christians throughout history, such as Martin Luther, Jonathan Edwards, and Charles Spurgeon, have followed suit as well.

This practice encourages Christians to focus on prayer, spiritual disciplines, and recognizing God's presence in everyday ...

At the beginning of Lent, it is traditional to consider taking up a spiritual discipline for the season—or perhaps giving something up. I have just read a number of posts telling me of friends who are ...

Interfaith harmony has deepened in Tanzania’s commercial hub Dar es Salaam as this year’s Muslim holy month of Ramadan ...

Overview: An ancient spiritual practice, fasting can range from rejecting food and water to giving up a favorite TV show during the 40 days of Lent. Along with prayer and reading of Scripture, the ...

The 22nd Roza will be observed on March 23, 2025. It is a day of purity and devotion. Check the Sehri-Iftar timings for your ...

As we head into the end of March, you may be anticipating the arrival of Easter. But it won't be here for several more weeks.