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==Traditional Observances and Discipline==
==Traditional Observances and Discipline==
On Ash Wednesday, [[Catholics]], [[Anglicans]], [[Lutherans]] and members of other Christian denominations place blessed ashes in the shape of a cross on each forehead. During the six-week period of Lent in the Catholic Church, Ash Wednesday and Friday fasting consists of three meals, no meat and no snacks between meals. It is expected that each person will increase prayer, alms giving, and give up something dear and of value--or else provide for others out of one's normal routine. This is a sign of unity and sacrifice for the Lord's sake.
On Ash Wednesday, [[Catholics]], [[Anglicans]], [[Lutherans]] and members of other Christian denominations place blessed ashes in the shape of a cross on each forehead. During the six-week period of Lent in the Catholic Church, Ash Wednesday and Friday fasting consists of three meals, no meat and no snacks between meals. It is expected that each person will increase prayer, alms giving, and give up something dear and of value—or else provide for others out of one's normal routine. This is a sign of unity and sacrifice for the Lord's sake.
After Lent, these churches start the Octave of Easter recognition.
After Lent, these churches start the Octave of Easter recognition.
[[Holy Week]] is the final week of Lent. It begins the Sunday before Easter, called [[Palm Sunday]], on which Christ's welcome into Jerusalem is celebrated. The week concludes with [[Holy Thursday]], which commemorates the [[Last Supper]]. Holy Friday or [[Good Friday]] commemorates the passion and death of Christ. Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday celebrate the glorious resurrection of Christ from the dead.
[[Holy Week]] is the final week of Lent. It begins the Sunday before Easter, called [[Palm Sunday]], on which Christ's welcome into Jerusalem is celebrated. The week concludes with [[Holy Thursday]], which commemorates the [[Last Supper]]. Holy Friday or [[Good Friday]] commemorates the passion and death of Christ. Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday celebrate the glorious resurrection of Christ from the dead.
==External Links==
==External links==
* http://archives.umc.org/interior.asp?ptid=1&mid=2870
* http://archives.umc.org/interior.asp?ptid=1&mid=2870