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What is Lent? Lent

Why do Christians celebrate Lent? Remember the 40 days of Jesus in the wilderness Think of others Prepare for the Easter celebration Develop their relationship with God Lent

When is Lent? 40 days before Easter Sunday (excluding Sundays) Lent

When does Lent begin? Shrove Tuesday - Pancake day (Mardi Gras, Carnival) Lent

First Day of Lent Ash Wednesday Lent

What do Christians do in Lent?

What can we do in Lent? Give up something (e.g. sweets, chocolate) Read God’s word in The Bible Spend more time praying to God Remember others (some people give to charity during Lent) Lent

What will you do for Lent?