a call to repentance and the spiritual preparation for the celebration of Easter. The rituals and traditions associated with Ash Wednesday contribute to the rich history of Christian worship and ...
Ash Wednesday begins the 40 days of Lent leading up to the Christian celebration of Easter. On Ash Wednesday, many Christians observe the tradition of placing ashes in a cross on the forehead, which ...
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the 40-day period in which Christians worldwide observe a period of reflection, prayer ...