By learning about the history of Lent, how long the period lasts, the 2025 and 2026 dates, and the traditional expectations of the observance, you may be better prepared spiritually or practically for ...

“ 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 ...

As Christians around the world observe Lent in preparation for Easter, some members of The Church of Jesus Christ of ...

For Lent 2026, a multitude of Catholic leaders and ministries are inviting the faithful to walk with them during this 40-day season of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Here are 12 new resources – ...

Deacon Greg Kandra provides a reflection on the readings and Gospel for the 2nd Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2026.

Since the beginning of Christianity Lent has been a spiritual journey, a walking with Jesus in the desert. Christ was led into the desert by the Holy Spirit to establish a path for all people to walk ...

Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Me.” Designating a special time every year to remind ourselves what that means for our lives may not be such a bad idea.

COMMENTARY: To live Lent well begins with a desire to go with Jesus into the desert and return profoundly changed.

There are many words for which I have only a partial understanding of the definition. What comes to your mind when you hear the word follow? When I hear it, I imagine walking in a straight line. I ...

In his message for Lent 2023, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to listen to what Jesus wants to tell them through the Scriptures and through others. Using the story of Jesus’ Transfiguration as a ...

The fifth Sunday of Lent is celebrated by Christians worldwide this weekend, on April 3, 2022. On this Sunday during the Lenten season, Christians recall both the humanity and the divinity of Jesus ...

What is Easter 2026? What is the Easter Sunday date this year? When does Lent end? What we know on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and more.