Christians prepare for lent

Wright-Patt Credit Union lent $300 million in home financing to its 2500 members last year, the credit union announced Tuesday. Wright-Patt Credit Union Inc. lent $300 million in home financing to its 2500 members last year, the credit union announced

More than one in five British adults is planning to observe the Christian season of Lent when it starts tomorrow, according to a survey. An online poll has shown 23% of adults will do something for Lent, but nearly one in three of those who say they

By Pilar Arias, Reporter – email People are saying they'll do things rather than the traditional theme of give something up this Lent season. Lent begins tomorrow with Ash Wednesday and goes until Easter Sunday which is April 8th this year.

I am terrible at Lent. I never seem to get it right. I can't stick to what I've given up or remain dedicated to what I've promised to do. The best I can muster is reading a book relating to Lent and a fish fry or two. Terrible, I know.

In a world filled with clutter, noise and hustle, Lent is a good excuse to step back and rethink how we live. In a world of instant gratification, it's a chance to practice delayed gratification so that we can truly appreciate the