Whether you’re a devout observer, a curious onlooker, or someone who just loves learning about traditions, this day is packed ...

Leaders of Germany's Social Democratic Party (SPD) have said they will not appear at traditional Ash Wednesday events as they ...

On Wednesday, many churches will mark the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent by holding Ash Wednesday services, in ...

Fat Tuesday — Mardi Gras in French — is celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday. This year, Mardi Gras falls on March 4. The ...

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the season of Lent that leads up to Good Friday and Easter. What to know about the day.

In 2024, Ash Wednesday arrived early in the season, falling on Feb. 14, which is also Valentine's Day. This year, in 2025, ...

The Vatican, though, made alternative plans for Ash Wednesday next week, making clear Francis still had a long road ahead.

Ash Wednesday, a Christian holy day, is around the corner. It is the first day of the Lenten season and is considered a ...

Cardinal Robert McElroy will be the principal celebrant and homilist for Ash Wednesday Mass at 12:10 p.m. on March at the ...

This Wednesday, many Christians will have ashes put on their forehead. Here are four things to know about Ash Wednesday.

This Ash Wednesday many Christians will have a black cross smudged on their foreheads. A historian of Christianity explains ...