By The Pacific Voice And Catholic News Service

Thousands of Catholics will gather in Archdiocese of Agana churches throughout the island Wednesday, February 17 in observance of Ash Wednesday and the start of the holy season of Lent.

In addition, students, staff and faculty as well as all others can attend Ash Wednesday Mass at the University of Guam. This year the UOG Ash Wednesday Mass will be held at the Fieldhouse. Rosary and confessions start 12 noon followed by Mass at 12:15.

Conversion to Christ gives people the strength to break the bonds of selfishness and work for justice in the world, Pope Benedict XVI said in his message for Lent 2010.  Read More…