ash wednesday

Valentine's Day is a day of indulgence, Ash Wednesday is not. Catholic Bishops are suggesting the Louisiana faithful observe both holidays this way.

Have you ever wondered why people walk around with ashes on their heads for Ash Wednesday?

The Diocese of Lafayette spokesperson also discusses other changes and goings-on in the Diocese of Lafayette.

Consider acts of charity instead of giving something up for the sake of giving something up.

These days it seems like everyone is busy, and if you're one of those busy people and also observing Lent, here's a solution for you.

Ash Wednesday is also Valentine's Day this year, but here are five reasons you don't have to panic.

If you were raised in south Louisiana, the question, "did you get your ashes and what are you giving up for Lent?" is not at all strange to you. Nearly a third of the state's population is Catholic.

If you were raised in south Louisiana, the question, "did you get your ashes and what are you giving up?" is not at all strange to you. Nearly a third of the state's population is Catholic, and the majority of that number live south of Alexandria.

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