On Ash Wednesday, Bishop da Cunha Offers the Faithful a Message for Lent Author: Diocese of Fall River Press Releases and Statements Mensajes del Obispo 18 Feb 2026 Share The Secretariat for the New Evangelization offers a variety of resources to help you and your family on your Lenten journey. Click here to learn more. Diocese of Fall River Office of Communications Categorías Mensajes del Obispo In the News Bishop's Blog Success Stories Photo Gallery Videos Related Posts In the News 3 Feb 2016 Ash Wednesday is February 10; Marks Beginning of Lent FALL RIVER — Lent, the forty-day season of prayer, sacrifice and almsgiving in preparation for the joyous celebration of Easter, begins on Ash Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Parishes throughout the … Read More In the News 28 Feb 2019 Ash Wednesday is March 6th, Marks Beginning of Lent FALL RIVER — Lent, the forty-day season of prayer, sacrifice and almsgiving in preparation for the joyous celebration of Easter, begins on Ash Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Parishes throughout the … Read More Press Releases and Statements 27 Feb 2025 Solemn Season of Lent Begins on Ash Wednesday Lent is a time to live with a greater focus on repentance and spiritual renewal