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Giving up something for Lent used to be the tradition. The better approach to Lent is to do something positive, something that reflects Christian values. For instance, instead of just giving up sweets, why not use the money you would have spent on sweets and donate it to your local food bank or soup kitchen?
During Lent Catholics refrain from eating meat on Holy Days and fridays. Children are often taught to give something up, such as candy or soda. This is supposed to be symbolic of the 40 days Jesus spent in the desert.
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Do people in England celebrate Lent?
Lent is not celebrated. That is an oxymoron. However, people, at least good Christians, do observe Lent in England.
Do people go to church on Lent?
Yes. Lent is over 6 weeks long, so people will go to church often during Lent.
How do you prepare for lent?
In lent the people must confess their sins and change the self from sinful ways.that is the main reason of lent.
What should people do to prepare for lent?
You don't really have to prepare for Lent. I guess, in order to prepare for Lent you could start thinking about what you want to give up for Lent.
What do people do when lent is over?
Celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ! The preparation for Easter is what Lent is all about.
What is lent and how do people mark it?
Lent is the 40 days before Easter when people give something that they like up (often chocolate). It ends at Easter.
What is a Lent Promise?
A promise you make during lent such as rape less people or stop sucking dicks for crack.
Why do people observe lent each year?
lent is celebrated to show our penance to God for all the sins we have committed
What type of music is being played during lent?
during lent people play music like gospel
What do people do on the christian holiday Lent?
On the Christian holiday Lent people typically commit to fasting or giving up items or services that are considered luxuries. Lent usually lasts for a period of about six weeks leading up to Easter Sunday.
Do the people of Afghanistan do Lent for God or even Jesus?
The majority of Afghanistan is Muslim, therefore they do not do Lent. Muslims do not do the same practices as Christians.
What did welcome the extra hands' mean?
lent people help
