North Texans gather for Ash Wednesday as Lent begins

Lent began Wednesday and Cathedral Guadalupe in downtown Dallas held Ash Wednesday services where worshippers received ashes, marking the start of the Lenten season.

Wednesday marked the first day of Lent and local congregations gathered for Ash Wednesday services. Cathedral Guadalupe in downtown Dallas held services where worshippers received ashes, typically applied in the shape of a cross on the forehead. The Lenten season begins with this observance, and many people choose to give up something as part of the period. Community members attended to observe the start of the season. What we know: - Wednesday was the first day of Lent. - Cathedral Guadalupe in downtown Dallas held Ash Wednesday services. - Worshippers received ashes, typically in the shape of a cross on the forehead. - Many observe Lent by giving up something during the season. Summary: Lent's observance began in North Texas with Ash Wednesday services that marked the start of the season. Undetermined at this time.