Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday began the Lenten season and the Monsignor J. Robert Romero, left, and Deacon Gary Gaudin of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church performed a noon Mass. Ash Wednesday begins the 40-day season of fast and penance.

Ash Wednesday began the Lenten season and the Rev. Matthew Hebert, left, and Deacon Gary Gaudin of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church performed a noon Mass. Ash Wednesday begins the 40-day season of fast and penance. (Photo by Myra Miller)