Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, an important time for Christians leading up to Easter. Here's what to know.

Most people know that some Christian churches put ashes on the forehead of those coming on Ash Wednesday. Why do we do this? The older formula for applying ashes was, “Remember that you are dust, ...

For those who don't want to miss getting an Ash Wednesday blessing, there are multiple fast-and-easy options in the Augusta area Here's a look at some of the places where ashes will be available.

It may appear odd, but it is a mark people that practice Christianity receive at Mass on Ash Wednesday, one of the "most popular and important holy days" in the religion. It also marks the ...