Catholics embrace Lent with prayer, fasting, and charity

As Catholics around the world begin the solemn observance of Lent, Archbishop Peter Loy Chong reminds the followers that this season is a time for prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. Father Peter Loy Chong says it’s a 40-day period to draw closer to God by sacrificing some of the things we hold dear in […]

What is Ash Wednesday? First day of Lent and the 40-day period of prayer

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Ash Wednesday begins Lent, a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and reflection for Christians. Observed with the application of ashes on the forehead,...

Lent a call to reflection, renewal, transformation

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BAVINA SOOKDEO Lent is a sacred 40-day period of reflection, renewal, and spiritual discipline that begins on Ash Wednesday. Rooted in the principles...

AANI Members Encouraged to Reflect, Renew, and Grow Through Solemn Observances

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President, Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI), Ambassador Emmanuel Obi Okafor, has urged AANI Members to embrace the teachings of...

Nigerian Christians Join Global Community to Mark Ash Wednesday, Beginning of Lent

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Nigerian Christians have joined their counterparts worldwide to observe Ash Wednesday, a solemn day that officially heralds the commencement of the...

President Ramaphosa Extends Ramadan Greetings, Praises The Acts Of Charity

surgezirc.co.za - 02/Mar 14:12

President Cyril Ramaphosa extends his Ramadan greetings and best wishes to Muslims across South Africa as they begin their fast for the holy month of...

Lent: Transform the nation with your prayers, behaviour – Catholic Bishop urges faithful

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By Chidinma Ewunonu-AlukoThe Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, has urged Christian and Muslim faithful to ensure...

Ramadan to begin at crescent moon sighting for Muslims worldwide

washingtontimes.com - 28/Feb 14:34

Muslims around the world will soon begin observing Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection that's central to the Islamic faith.

Ash Wednesday: Dos and Don’ts

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CEBU CITY, Philippines – On March 5, Catholics here and around the world will begin observing the Lenten Season, the period in the liturgical...

President Trump And Melania Send Message Of Faith To Catholics And Christians On Ash Wednesday

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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump sent a message about the power of faith to Catholics and Christians on Ash Wednesday. “This Ash...

Season of Lent begins: A time of reflection and renewal

cebudailynews.inquirer.net - 07:30

Lent is one of the most significant periods in the Christian calendar, observed by millions of faithful around the world. Lent is a 40-day season of...

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