Lent is the time before Easter during which the faithful abstain and fast in remembrance of the ultimate ... those ages 18 - 59 must fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday (Canon 97). On ...

Catholics across Northwest Indiana will get marked with ashes on Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. ... in Cedar Lake will offer drive-thru ashes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Ash Wednesday, ...

I’ve seen thousands line the streets, not just for a glimpse, but for adoration — in deserts, cities and mountain valleys.