Bishop Mark J. Seitz joins UTEP students, faculty in celebration of Mass on Ash Wednesday
Posted on AllSides February 22nd, 2023
From The Center
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten season. It occurs approximately six weeks before Easter Sunday. The purpose of Ash Wednesday is to help Christians prepare for Lent and the marking of Jesus Christ's death and resurrection. Traditionally, observers do not eat meat while fasting on Ash Wednesday and Fridays. Thousands of Christians, including Catholics, Lutherans, Methodists and Baptists, observe Lent by doing some penance, reflection and fasting throughout the 40 days of Lent. Bishop Mark J. Seitz led the Ash Wednesday service for students and faculty at the...
