February 18th - Ash Wednesday - Day 1 of Lent 2026 It is a day of fasting and abstinence, and the beginning of the Lenten disciplines you have chosen. Remember that Lent is all about growing in your relationship with God. Let's keep it simple. More God, less me . A handy reminder for you! SIMPLE40 Lenten Challenge #1: GR AYSCALE YOUR PHONE FOR THE ENTIRETY OF LENT   Several years ago, I learned about the capability our phones have to go completely black and white, or grayscal