
Objective: Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular days in the Liturgical calendar.
What is the purpose of this holy day? Where does it come from? What do the ashes symbolize?
Is it okay to receive ashes on the street, or to dine out in public afterward?
Take this course to learn the answers to these and other important questions about Ash Wednesday.
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Course Curriculum
- Introduction
- Religious Education - Family Education - Lent - Ash Wednesday - VIDEO
- Religious Education - Family Education - Lent - Ash Wednesday - QUIZ
- Religious Education - Family Education - Lent - Ash Wednesday - STUDENT LESSON / STUDY GUIDE
- Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers
- Religious Education - Family Education - Lent - Ash Wednesday - STUDENT DOWNLOAD
What's included?

Marissa Romero
Instructor
About the instructor
Marissa Romero is a dedicated writer and editor for Catholic Online where she has worked for many years. She is a graduate of the California State University system and has earned a bachelor's degree in Communications. She is committed to her mission of promoting excellence in Catholic Education.
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