Lent is a time of preparation and self-recognition prior to Easter. According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the 40-day season is centered around prayer, fasting, almsgiving ...

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Lent is a time of preparation and self-recognition prior to Easter. According to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the 40-day season is centered around prayer, fasting, almsgiving ...

Ash Wednesday is a day away and begins the Christian season of Lent. The 6-week period that leads up to Easter. What we know on date, meaning and more.

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The retreat, which is an annual gathering that kicks off the Catholic Church’s solemn Lenten season leading to Easter, ...

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The Lenten season will kick off with five Ash Wednesday masses at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart and continue with faith-based concerts, retreats and special meals.