Lent season begins on Ash Wednesday and lasts 40 days, excluding Sundays. Ash is a symbol of repentance and purification
. Lent is a preparation for the celebration of Easter. Jesus fasted in the desert for 40 days. During the season of Lent, all worship services should be held in penitential mood, focusing on following Christ and growing in faith and love. Lent season teaches us to dedicate our lives to the service of the others.