Easter Sunday has become a day of celebration for millions of people worldwide. Here's what to know about the Christian ...

The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as ...

After six Fridays of not eating meat, Christians observing Lent are nearly at the finish line. The 40-day season of prayer comes to an end this week just ahead of the Easter holiday. The period ...

During the fifty-five days of the Great Lent, Christian adherents are guided by righteous conduct, emphasizing moral growth, self-improvement, and goodwill. The harmonious coexistence of citizens ...

The Christian season of Lent is well underway, after beginning last month. Christians worldwide should have become comfortable with the sacrifices they have chosen to observe during this period.

Commencing on Ash Wednesday (Mar 5) and concluding on Holy Saturday (Apr 19), just before the joyous celebrations of Easter ...

In Christian tradition, Good Friday is a day of sorrow, fasting and repentance. As with every Friday during Lent, Catholics typically fast by abstaining from meat on Good Friday. However, individuals ...

Lent, a 40-day season in the Christian liturgical calendar, is a time that members of multiple denominations participate in reflection, giving up vices and even fasting in preparation for Easter.

Easter is a Christian holiday celebrated to commemorate ... Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Lent is the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. Christians use the time for ...

Good Friday: Commemorating Jesus' crucifixion and death. Easter Sunday: Commemorating the resurrection of Jesus. Lent ...