Lent 2024
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Why is today called Spy Wednesday?
The name actually derives from the Gospel reading for today in which Judas Iscariot betrays Jesus for 30 pieces of... Read more
Thousands of young people gather in Rome to delve deeper into meaning of Holy Week
St. Josemaría Escrivá inspired and promoted UNIV, an international meeting of young university students seeking to deepen their faith. Read more
The most popular questions about Palm Sunday — and their answers
Here is a list of the most popular questions about Palm Sunday and their answers. Read more
How to obtain a plenary indulgence during Holy Week 2024
A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Catholic Church through the merits of Jesus to remove temporal punishment... Read more
There is still time to receive a plenary indulgence during Lent
Did you know that there are four ways you can gain a plenary indulgence during Lent? Read more
Beer for Lent? The Diocese of Scranton’s ‘40 Days’ brew helps feed the homeless
The Diocese of Scranton, Pennsylvania, has launched a beer collaboration with a local brewery to support its anti-hunger programs for... Read more
Archbishop Vigneron rallies Catholics to engage in a spiritual ‘campaign’ this Lent
The chief shepherd of the Archdiocese of Detroit kicked off a season of penitence and fasting during Ash Wednesday Mass... Read more
What’s the point of fasting, anyway?
God commanded it, Jesus practiced it, and the Church Fathers have preached the importance of it. Fasting is a powerful... Read more
100 cloistered convents in Spain to open their doors to promote prayer during Lent
The DeClausura Foundation in Spain has launched a campaign to promote prayer during the liturgical season of Lent with the... Read more
40 Days for Life campaign begins call for prayer and fasting for end to abortion
The international 40-day campaign seeks to end abortion locally through prayer and fasting, community outreach, and peaceful vigils during the... Read more
Pope Francis on Ash Wednesday: ‘Let us return to God with all our heart’
The Lord is inviting us to “remove the masks we so often wear” and to see ourselves as we truly... Read more
10 important things to know about Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent, which is structured to spiritually prepare to walk with the Lord through his... Read more
Ash Wednesday: Leave the ashes on or wash them off?
“There is no minimum time” established to wear the ashes on the forehead or head, and they can serve as... Read more
After Super Bowl ad, Catholic prayer app Hallow sees biggest spike in its history
The 30-second ad was aired in 15 markets across the country and focused on “spending time in prayer with God.” Read more
How to honor Valentine’s Day on Ash Wednesday
This year, Ash Wednesday falls on Valentine’s Day. But the two days don’t need to be completely at odds with... Read more
10 ways to renew your life in Christ this Lent
Consider these tried-and-true ways of entering into Lent this year. Read more
Pope Francis to preside at Ash Wednesday Mass and traditional procession in Rome
Pope Francis will preside at the Mass and the traditional Ash Wednesday procession on Feb. 14 on Aventine Hill in... Read more
Lent 2024: Catholic resources to help you grow in your faith
This list of Catholic resources can help you grow closer to the Lord this Lenten season. Read more
