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Catholics commemorate Ash Wednesday in NYC

byKayla Thompson
March 5, 2025


New York’s Catholics observe the start of Lent throughout the city on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Today marks the beginning of Christianity’s 40 days of prayer, fasting and giving ahead of Easter Sunday next month.

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People take selfies after receiving ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity’s 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross placed on a worshiper’s forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: A person speaks with a child after receiving ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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A person speaks with a child after receiving ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

People pray on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick's Cathedral on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

People receive ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on March 5, 2025, in New York City.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: People walk the streets after receiving ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday on March 05, 2025 in New York City. Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, Christianity's 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving in preparation to honor the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. The cross which is placed on a worshiper's forehead by a priest indicates that a person belongs to Jesus Christ and is grieving and mourning for their sins. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

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People walk the streets after receiving ashes on the forehead on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in New York City.



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Kayla Thompson
Kayla Thompson is a dedicated journalist and writer with a passion for capturing the essence of New York. Her work spans a diverse range of topics, from the state’s vibrant cultural scene to its complex social and environmental issues. Based in Manhattan, Kayla has become known for her in-depth reporting and engaging storytelling that bring the many facets of New York to life.
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