In the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church, the season of Lent begins with the celebration of Ash Wednesday. It is a day when many flock to their local parishes to receive ashes on their forehead. To help explain the many spiritual levels of Ash Wednesday, here is a simple guide that explains the basics.
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Ash Wednesday, the basics
Philip Kosloski, Aleteia
Tuesday, February 13, 2018