Most people know that some Christian churches put ashes on the forehead of those coming on Ash Wednesday. Why do we do this? The older formula for applying ashes was, “Remember that you are dust, ...

Ash Wednesday begins the 40 days of Lent leading up to the Christian celebration of Easter. On Ash Wednesday, many Christians observe the tradition of placing ashes in a cross on the forehead, which ...

It is a period which begins with Ash Wednesday ... during which he had prayer and fasting for 40 days. Derived from the word "Lengthen" inferring to its observance during spring when days begin ...

(NEXSTAR) – Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of the ... of Lent serves as a time for Christians to “engage in acts of prayer, fasting and almsgiving” in preparation for the celebration ...

For those who don't want to miss getting an Ash Wednesday blessing, there are multiple fast-and-easy options in the Augusta area Here's a look at some of the places where ashes will be available.

It may appear odd, but it is a mark people that practice Christianity receive at Mass on Ash Wednesday ... to be celebrated with self-sacrifice, prayer and other religious activities leading ...