What is Ash Wednesday?

    Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent and occurs 46 days before Easter. It is a Christian holy day of prayer and fasting. It derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of adherents as a sign of repentance. The ashes come from burning palm leaves from the […]

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New Year’s resolutions

  We all know that New Year’s resolutions are a great way to start the year off on the right foot. But what are some great New Year’s resolutions to make this year? Here are a few ideas to get you thinking: A New Year’s resolution is a promise that you make to yourself to […]

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New Chapters – Rosh Hashanah

“Shana Tova” Have a good year! Rosh Hashanah marks the New Year in the Jewish calendar and takes place either in September or October depending on the year. This is a time for new chapters in a individual’s life, a time of reflection, a time to turn away from all the mistakes you have made […]

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