(KFSM) — Today is Ash Wednesday, marking one of the holiest times of the year for the Christian faithful. People nationwide will be walking into churches and holy centers throughout the day to receive their ashes. The ashes are placed on the forehead in the sign of the cross. For those not familiar with Ash Wednesday, it is the first day of Lent and occurs 46 days before Easter. The holiday is typically observed by Western Christians, including Catholics, Methodists, […]
