In a few days, Christians will begin practicing the 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, known as Lent. The period is ...

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Beginning March 4, many Americans will find themselves busy with Easter season and its holidays. Here are the key dates to ...

Ash Wednesday marks the start to Lent, when Catholics may be get ashes on their forehead and choose to give something up for the 40-day period.

Lent is observed in spring, when the days begin to get longer. Jesus went into the desert to fast and pray before beginning his work for God. Jesus was tempted several times by Satan, but was able ...