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February 6, 2008

Ash Wednesday a sign that Lent has begun

The 40 days of Lent have begun.

It's Ash Wednesday, and in the Roman Catholic calendar, that means a day of repentance, fasting -- and ashes.

Churches throughout this most Catholic of all states will be holding masses where celebrants may receive a sign, made of ash, on the forehead.

Today, at 12:05 p.m., Bishop of Providence Thomas J. Tobin will celebrate a special Lenten mass for Catholic School students the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul in Providence.

The theme for this year’s celebration is “Discover Jesus Christ, the Way.”

More than 600 students are expected to gather in the cathedral. Several students will also participate in the Mass as altar servers, readers, and gift bearers, according to a Diocese news release. The music for the celebration will be provided by the St. Mary Academy-Bay View choir under the direction of Christine Kavanagh.

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