Certainly not least, the event concluded with the prayer over and imposition of ashes, in which congregants were welcomed to have ashes imposed on their heads with a cross. The act reflects a sign of ...

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer, fasting and almsgiving that marks the start of the six weeks of penitence before Easter, known as Lent. For many Christians, its start is noted by receiving ...

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer, fasting and almsgiving that marks the start of the six weeks of penitence before Easter, known as Lent. For many Christians, its start is noted by receiving ...

As we remember our mortality and seek penitence today ... a 40-day period of fasting and prayer leading up to Easter. ALSO READ: Here are foods to avoid during Lent Lent begins on Ash Wednesday ...

Grant that these ashes may be to us a sign of our mortality and penitence, that we may remember that it is only by your gracious gift that we are given everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our ...

many faithful are expected to attend prayers on Ash Wednesday, during which prelates mark worshippers’ foreheads with ashes, as a symbol of mortality and penitence. On Ash Wednesday, the ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Before the Israel-Hamas war, Ramadan was a festive time of increased worship, social gatherings and cheer ...

As we begin our first day of fasting, we must embrace this sacred period with gratitude, prayer, and reflection. This month is one of immense blessings, where the gates of mercy are open ...

This prayer of Ireland's patron saint has come down through the centuries and remains popular today and we think you'll agree it's more relevant than ever. St. Patrick's Breastplate is a ...

As UAE authorities announced the sighting of the crescent moon, signalling the start of Ramadan, Muslims across the country eagerly prepared for the first Taraweeh prayers of the holy month.