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Wednesday Kicks Off Holy Celebrations of Lent, Ramadan

Feb 18, 2026 | 10:46 AM
Photos: Yannick Peterhans (left) and Julian Leshay ~ USA TODAY NETWORK

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Feb. 18, 2026 ~ Lloyd Jackson and Jamie Edmonds welcome Imam Mohammad Ali Elahi. He explains why Ramadan is a month of spiritual reconnection and a time for inner peace. It promotes patience and generosity.

Both Lent and Ramadan began on Wednesday, kicking off weeks-long celebrations and religious observances for the most important parts of the year for Catholics and Muslims. Lent, starting with Ash Wednesday, will last until Easter Sunday on April 5, and Ramadan will likely last until Eid al-Fitr takes place on March 18.

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