At the TN State Capitol on Ash Wednesday, Rev. Travis Meier (right) and Pastor Ingrid McIntyre use ashes to place a symbol of a cross on observants' foreheads.
Easter is a common thread across Christian traditions. However, for Catholics, Orthodox Christians and a growing number of Protestants, Lent — the 40 or so days leading up to Holy Week and Easter Sunday — are a deeply spiritual time of reflection, fasting and greater engagement with one’s faith community.
Today, we’re talking with local Christians about what Lent is and what it means to them.
This episode was produced by Tasha A.F. Lemley, Rachel Iacovone and Katherine Ceicys.
Guests:
- Father Jarrod Russell, Greek Orthodox priest
- Nadine Choufani, Parishioner, St. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Mission
- Pastor Liza Hawkins, Pastor, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
- Lindsey Krinks, Street Chaplain and activist
- Tewodros Manaye, Member, Ethiopian Orthodox Church
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