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Community, Faith, family

Ash Wednesday begins Lenten season at St. Rose of Lima in Milton

February 11, 2026 | Staff Reporters

Wednesday, Feb. 18, marks the annual tradition of Ash Wednesday in the Christian faith.

Ash Wednesday is a time of reflection and renewed focus on Christ, his teachings and each person’s faith journey. The day will also mark the beginning of the Lenten period, a season of prayer and fasting which lasts for 40 days until Easter Sunday.