Lent
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Diocese promotes day of ‘unplugging’ from screens, devices for Lent
The Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, is promoting a “Diocesan Day of Unplugging” on March 28 as a Lenten fasting discipline. Read more
How the McDonald’s Filet-o-Fish became a Lenten tradition in the U.S.
Known primarily for its burgers and chicken nuggets, the restaurant’s “Filet-o-Fish” sandwich is also a classic mainstay on its menu. Read more
Powerful reflections from saints on Lent: fasting, penance, and conversion
Six saints and blesseds have offered these profound reflections on how to live this time of Lent authentically through fasting... Read more
Pope Francis: Temptations, falls do not end in failure for those who believe in God’s love
Pope Francis on Sunday said defeats are not definitive for those who believe in Jesus Christ and trust in God’s... Read more
Give up candy? Mother Angelica’s 5 tips for your Lenten sacrifices
Mother Angelica, the foundress of EWTN, explained that Ash Wednesday is an invitation to consider the end of our lives... Read more
New movie ‘The Last Supper’ depicts Jesus’ last days told through the eyes of his followers
“The Last Supper” will be released on March 14 in theaters across the United States. Read more
Vatican expresses solidarity with Muslims during Ramadan fast
“Our world is thirsting for fraternity and genuine dialogue,” a March 7 message from the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue... 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
From capirotada to hot cross buns: Lent’s rich culinary traditions
Many around the world use the season of Lent to prepare specific homemade delicacies to remind them of the life... Read more
This is Pope Francis’ message for Lent 2025
In his message for Lent 2025, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of living one’s life as a constant journey of... Read more
Large-scale theater production of Jesus’ life and death to draw huge crowds during Lent
“The Thorn” will bring the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus to audiences nationwide ahead of Easter, including six Spanish-language... 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
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
PHOTOS: 1,000 Christian youth walk the Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem for peace
“The Way of the Cross… A Way of Peace” was organized by the Custody of the Holy Land and involved... 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
Catholic prayer app Hallow makes history in app store
Hallow reached the top spot on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 14, which was the same day its Lent Pray40 prayer challenge... 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
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
5 ways to observe St. Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday
A seminarian from Chile offers couples some advice for marking both days on Feb. 14. Read more
