COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — The 2023 Lenten season begins Wednesday, February 22 and ends on Thursday, April 6 with evening mass on Holy Thursday.
What is Lent? Lent is a Christian annual period that starts on Ash Wednesday. This 40-day period is a time to reflect, fast, and give penance in preparation for the resurrection of Christ on Easter Sunday.
Fish fries are back this year at several Columbus-area churches, restaurants and organizations after having to cancel or modify the last few years during the COVID-19 pandemic.