Courtesy:ahna-ziegler from unsplash Ash Wednesday, observed on February 18, 2026, marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period of reflection, prayer, and fasting leading up to Easter Sunday. Millions of Christians around the world attend church services where a cross of ashes is placed on their foreheads. This ritual serves as a reminder of human…
Ash Wednesday
What makes Lent 2026 so rare and why it matters this week
Courtesy:amplitudy-great from pixabay Ash Wednesday, which falls on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marks the official beginning of the Christian season of Lent. This annual 40-day period is dedicated to reflection, fasting, prayer, and acts of charity, preparing believers for Easter Sunday, observed this year on April 5. The timing of Ash Wednesday changes every year…