Lent 2025

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A priest holds palms on Palm Sunday.

The most common questions about Palm Sunday — and their answers

Apr 13, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

Here is a list of the most popular questions about Palm Sunday and their answers. Read more

St. Veronica.

St. Peter’s Basilica to exhibit Veronica’s Veil on April 6

Apr 5, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

On Sunday, April 6, the fifth Sunday of Lent, St. Peter’s Basilica will display the revered “Veronica’s Veil.” Read more

Image of St. John Paul II.

Powerful reflections from saints on Lent: fasting, penance, and conversion

Mar 19, 2025

By Diego López Marina

Six saints and blesseds have offered these profound reflections on how to live this time of Lent authentically through fasting... Read more

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Lent 2025: 7 answers to your questions about fasting and abstinence

Mar 5, 2025

By Cynthia Perez

To help Catholics live this special liturgical time and deepen their knowledge of the faith, here are answers to the... Read more

Ashes at Sant’Anselmo all’Aventino in Rome.

10 important things to know about Ash Wednesday

Mar 5, 2025

By Diego López Marina

Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent, which is structured to spiritually prepare to walk with the Lord through his... Read more

Ascension's “Set Free” Lenten program with Father Josh Johnson promises to guide listeners this Lent through daily reflections on overcoming the seven deadly sins in our lives.

5 Catholic resources to help you grow closer to Jesus this Lent

Mar 2, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

These five resources provide opportunities to grow in faith during the 40 days of Lent. Read more

Hot cross buns.

From capirotada to hot cross buns: Lent’s rich culinary traditions

Mar 2, 2025

By Kristina Millare

Many around the world use the season of Lent to prepare specific homemade delicacies to remind them of the life... Read more