Paths into Lent
Lent is a season that lasts 40 days in western churches. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Saturday. This year Lent starts on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and concludes on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Lent is a time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus's resurrection at Easter. Christians have observed this season in a variety of ways throughout church history, including praying, reading scripture, fasting, taking on a spiritual practice, giving to others, and preparing candidates...
