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When did Ash Wednesday begin and why do we celebrate it?
Ashes are an ancient symbol that have marked Christians for centuries. Ask The UMC explains the significance.
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What is the purpose of the Season after Epiphany?
The purpose of the Season after Epiphany is to help the congregation prepare for its work during Lent — to walk with candidates preparing for baptism.
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What is the history of Advent?
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How do United Methodists celebrate Epiphany/Three Kings Day?
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What do the candles in our Advent wreath mean?
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Did Charles Wesley write Christmas hymns?
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What are Chrismons?
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What is the Hanging of the Greens?
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Does Christmas have roots in pagan beliefs?
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What We Believe
Are Watch Night services connected to John Wesley?
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What We Believe
How long is the Christmas season?
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Lent - Easter
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What is Lent and why does it last forty days?
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What does the UMC say about fasting?
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Why don't we make the sign of the cross?
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Where did Good Friday get its name?
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What is a Tenebrae service?
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What is Maundy Thursday?
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Why is Easter on a different day each year?
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Why is the Easter season 50 days long?
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When is Easter over? What comes next?
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What We Believe
How do we understand the timing of the Great 3 Days?
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Ordinary Time - Special Days
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What is Pentecost?
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What is Aldersgate Day?
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What is Ordinary Time?
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What is The UMC's view of Halloween?
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