Christian: Roman Catholic and Protestant

The first day of Lent. Lent is a time to prepare for Easter. It is a time for reconciliation, where Christians ask God for forgiveness and discover the power of God’s forgiveness.

Date details: Occurs six and a half weeks before Easter.

General practices: On this day, there are special church services, and the faithful wear a cross of ashes marked on their foreheads. Most Christians abstain from meat on this day.

Potential accommodations: Provide food accommodation as requested—prohibitions include animal products.