As the Mardi Gras celebration ends, so begins the solemn period of Lent observed in many Christian circles and denominations.

Two leaders in the faith sphere shared with Fox News Digital their thoughts about prayer to God and preparation ahead of the Easter holiday as the First Sunday of Lent is celebrated.

Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer and fasting leading up to Jesus ...

Christians begin Lent, a 40-day period of preparation leading up to Easter—a tradition dating back to the early centuries of ...

Lent culminates with Easter, which celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter's date fluctuates annually as it is determined by the lunar calendar, always falling on the first Sunday ...

For millions of Christians around the world, this marks the beginning of a spring tradition in honor of Jesus Christ's resurrection on Easter Sunday. Here's what to know about Lent and why ...

Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, is on March 5, 2025. Lent, a period of prayer, fasting, and giving, ends on April 17, 2025. Easter Sunday is on April 20, 2025. Ash Wednesday is officially here and ...

Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, falls on March 5 in 2025. The date of Ash Wednesday changes each year because it depends on the lunar cycles that determine the date of Easter. Christians around ...