With the passing of Mardi Gras comes the start of Lent for Christians, many of whom will acknowledge the seven-week period of penance with the application of ashes to the forehead. Roman Catholic, Episcopal, Lutheran and some other Protestant churches throughout the New Orleans area will take part in Ash Wednesday activities (Feb. 10) – some in the traditional way and some with a newer twist…
Source: Faithful expected to line up for Ash Wednesday ritual | NOLA.com