In honor of Lent's halfway point, the 40-day religious period that runs from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday, listeners reflected on what it means to them.

Lent is nearly halfway over, and millions are eagerly awaiting Easter Sunday. Here are the meanings behind the days and why people choose to fast.

So with Lent starting on Wednesday 2 March in 2022, we take a look at the significance of the observation – along with ten ideas for those looking to give up some of life’s cushy comforts.

As Lent wraps up, Holy Week continues through Easter Sunday. See the meaning of Good Friday and why people fast after Maundy Thursday.

All of Lent’s penitential practices and acts of spiritual renewal find their meaning in the journey of self-emptying and self-giving love that Jesus undertakes in his death and resurrection.

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Bishop David Zubik of the Pittsburgh Catholic Diocese explained the true meaning of Lent and why followers give something up. KDKA-TV's John Shumway has the story.

Ash Wednesday is officially here! The Christian season of Lent — the 6-week period that leads up to Easter — starts. What we know on dates, meanings and more.

Ash Wednesday - the start of Easter Lent season for Christians - falls on Valentine's Day in 2024. What does it mean? Why wear ashes? Can I eat meat?

Ash Wednesday services at St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica began with early school mass and a lesson on the 40-day observance period called Lent.

Lent is nearly halfway over, and millions are eagerly awaiting Easter Sunday. Here are the meanings behind the days and why people choose to fast.