The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as permanent tradition, according to the Museum of the Bible. At this time, Lent ...

In a few days, Christians will begin practicing the 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, known as Lent. The period is held each spring as a preparation for the resurrection of Jesus Christ ...

May 1 marked the day set aside by law for Americans to observe a day of prayer, fasting and repentance. Days of prayer and fasting have been called for by presidents dating to 1775, but not until ...