“ To draw closer to Jesus during Lent I am going to church every day, praying, not lying, respecting my elders, having mercy, and receiving Holy Communion. – Makbel Tirfu, eighth grade, St. Augustine ...

On Feb. 22, Washington Cardinal Robert W. McElroy celebrated the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion, the Lenten liturgy marking the final stage of preparation for those who will ...

Overshadowed by the violent clashes between Klan members and anti-Klan groups in central Massachusetts during this time, the group still had a significant presence in the Pioneer Valley.

Easter is April 5, 2026. The holiday date is determined by the first Sunday after the first full moon after the spring equinox, which is March 20. The Paschal full moon will occur on April 1, making ...

Easter 2026 is fast approaching. Here's a look at why the date of Easter changes every year and what to know about the ...

Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City was led by the newly-installed Archbishop Ronald Hicks.

Today is Ash Wednesday and we’re looking back on the important date in the Christian calendar that signals the start of Lent.

Chocolate’s journey from sacred drink to Valentine’s Day symbol was shaped by history, marketing and even chemistry.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season for many Christians. In 2026, Ash Wednesday falls on Feb. 18, and Lent ends on April 2. The ashes, made from the previous year's palms, symbolize ...