Ash Wednesday falls on March 5 this year, marking the start of Lent. Here's why some people wear ashes on their foreheads during the day.

Many worshipers will receive the marking of the cross in ash on their foreheads on Wednesday, meant to show that a person belongs to Jesus Christ.

When the Eaton fire raced through Altadena and surrounding areas in January, the unimaginable disaster killed 17 people and destroyed 9,400 homes, businesses, schools and houses of worship. While ...

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

Ash Wednesday is March 5 ... "Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” He also may say “Repent and believe in the Gospel.” A worshiper is not required to wear the ...