NEW YORK (WABC) — Millions of Christians around the world are observing Ash Wednesday on February 18.
It is a day of holy prayer and fasting that marks the beginning of Lent.
Worshippers receive ashes on their foreheads in the shape of a cross as a reminder that death is part of life.
This will also mark Archbishop of New York Ronald Hicks’ first time presiding over Ash Wednesday services at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
In honor of Ash Wednesday, Catholic Charities of New York is hosting a pop-up food pantry.
It will be held at St. Cecilia’s Church on 105th Street in Harlem. Doors open at 10 a.m., and free food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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