Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday fall on Feb. 14 this year, which means Catholics might want to reschedule those romantic dinner plans. Ash Wednesday begins the liturgical season of Lent for many ...

On Ash Wednesday, many Catholics will receive ashes on their forehead in the shape of a cross. The ashes are made from the palms from the previous Palm Sunday and they are a public sign of faith ...

Welcome to our series of Lent and Easter reflections. Our Ash Wednesday reflection, inspired by Matthew 6: 16-21, explores the significance of the cross of ash being marked on foreheads. Receive ...