If you see people walking around with black smudges on their foreheads Wednesday, it's there for a reason: Ash Wednesday is March 5, which marks the beginning of Lent for Christians. Here are five ...

The 40-day period of repentance and fasting traditionally observed by members of Christian denominations in preparation for Easter began on Wednesday with Ash Wednesday. By observing the 40 days of ...

Rev. Sara Bartlett. M.Div. OHACA (Oxford Hills Area Clergy Association) is a multi-faith group of clergy located in Oxford Hills. They come together once a month to examine mission needs, provide ...

As Jesus came near the place where the road goes down to the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of his disciples began joyfully to praise God in loud voices for all the miracles they had seen. Luke ...

On Sunday, March 9, St. Charles Episcopal Church offers a Taizé prayer service at 4 p.m. featuring the parish choir and instrumentalists. Taizé is a small village in eastern France. For over 50 years, ...

For many, the Christmas season is a time of joy and celebration. Yet for others, it can be a season that brings heartache and sorrow. Whether it’s the pain of loss, divorce, addiction, or estranged ...

Ash Wednesday is March 5, which marks the beginning of Lent for Christians. Lent is a time to prepare for the celebration of Easter (April 20 this year). The three pillars of Lent are prayer, fasting ...