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 ...

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 ...

Soon millions of Christians will be taking 40 days to contemplate the last days of Jesus Christ before the celebration of Easter. Here's what to know.

In the 7th century, the duration was extended to 42 days to align with the 40 days of fasting believed to mirror Jesus' time in the desert. Catholics, Baptists, Episcopalians, Methodists ...