Ash wednesday 2020 news

Ash Wednesday 2020 was observed on February 26, 2020. Here are some news articles and updates from that day:

Religious Observances

• The New York Times: "Ash Wednesday: A Day of Reflection and Repentance" - A look at the significance of Ash Wednesday in the Christian faith and how it is observed around the world.
• CNN: "Ash Wednesday: A day of prayer, reflection and repentance" - An overview of the day's significance and how it is celebrated by Christians.

Catholic Church

• Catholic News Agency: "Pope Francis marks Ash Wednesday with Mass at St. Peter's Basilica" - Coverage of Pope Francis' Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
• National Catholic Reporter: "Ash Wednesday: A day to confront our mortality" - Reflections on the significance of Ash Wednesday and its connection to the Catholic Church's Lenten season.

Other News

• The Guardian: "Ash Wednesday: How the day is marked around the world" - A look at how Ash Wednesday is observed in different parts of the world, including the United States, Europe, and Africa.
• BBC News: "Ash Wednesday: A day of reflection and prayer" - An overview of the day's significance and how it is celebrated by Christians around the world.

Notable Events

• In the United States, Ash Wednesday was marked by a series of events and services across the country, including a special Mass at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
• In the United Kingdom, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, marked Ash Wednesday with a service at Canterbury Cathedral.
• In Australia, Ash Wednesday was marked by a series of services and events across the country, including a special Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral in Sydney.

Quotes

• Pope Francis: "Let us not forget that we are dust, and to dust we shall return. But let us also not forget that we are loved by God, and that he wants to give us eternal life."
• Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby: "As we mark Ash Wednesday, let us remember that we are all called to repentance and to turn to God. Let us seek his mercy and his forgiveness, and let us strive to live as children of God."