Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, March 5 this year. In Western churches, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period ...

Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, March 5 this year. In Western churches, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period ...

Ash Wednesday kicks off the Lenten season next week. Here's what days to look for, leading up up to Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Christians will begin practicing the 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, known as Lent. The period is held each ...

In 2025, Easter will be on April 20 this year. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, it is a “movable feast” that can happen ...

Lent begins Wednesday, March 5, and runs through Thursday, April 17. Churches and other community organizations have planned fish fry events and other meatless meals during the season. Find an event ...

The tradition of eating fish on Fridays dates back to the early days of Christianity. The Catholic Church, in particular, has ...

On Sunday morning, serve one of the best Easter soups chock-full of seasonal vegetables. These soup recipes are fresh, easy to make, and perfect for spring.

The 40-day period of repentance and fasting traditionally observed by members of Christian denominations in preparation for ...

Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Tuesday, is an occasion marking the beginning of the Christian season of Lent. The term ...

Newark Advocate Faith Works columnist Jeff Gill discusses his fascination with daytime moonrises and what celestial movements ...

The Vatican says the "criticality" of Pope Francis health condition "has subsided for the moment," but he's still ...