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It is common for people observing Lent to give up something they enjoy, with that fast being practiced Monday through Saturday. Some believers use this season as an opportunity to

Here’s what the Merriam-Webster dictionary said: “Sarcasm can be traced back to the Greek verb sarkazein, which initially meant ‘to tear flesh like a dog.’ Sarkazein eventually developed extended senses of ‘to bite one’s lips in rage,’ ‘to gnash one’s teeth,’ and ‘to sneer.’ ”

Two leaders in the faith sphere shared with Fox News Digital their thoughts about prayer to God and preparation ahead of the Easter holiday as the First Sunday of Lent is celebrated.

Lent is our time to allow divine love to touch us so deeply that we begin to see like Jesus did, and thus act in his name.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent for people of Christian faith. Each year, Catholics, Lutherans and other denominations around the world observe the 40-day period of self-sacrifice and discipline. The observance begins on Ash Wednesday ...

With the beginning of Lent, many restaurants have specials for Catholics who will be looking for seafood options on Fridays. Here's where to find it.

The cross, placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest, indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and morning for their sins. This year's Ash Wednesday occurs as Pope Francis remains hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital after he was admitted to the hospital on Feb.

Lent might seem like an odd time to go to the bar, particularly for those who think of them as solely the domain of drunks. In America, alcohol is probably

During Lent, Martita's Lunch Box, at 3623 Buckner St., offers an array of popular Lent staples including lentil soup ($8.50 large), fried fish with rice, baked potato and salad ($11.50), shrimp cocktails, tostadas de ceviche ($9.99), and capirotada (traditional Lenten bread pudding for $7.25).

Through April 17, STK Steakhouse will serve its Bounty from the Seven Seas menu for Lent. It features four possible starters — Duck & Shuck ($26), New England Clam Chowder ($17), Spicy Yellowtail Crispy Rice ($27) and Grilled Octopus ($39) — and one Surf & Turf Fried Rice ($41) for a main.