Ash Wednesday 2008

Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Here's what the Church celebrates—and whether fasting or abstinence applies.

Ash Wednesday

  • Weekday
  • Lent
  • Fasting
  • Abstinence

Other key dates 2008

Frequently asked questions

Which liturgical season is Ash Wednesday 2008 in?
Ash Wednesday falls in Lent.
What rank is Ash Wednesday 2008?
Ash Wednesday is a Weekday. Liturgical color: purple, and both fasting and abstinence apply.
Where can I see the full 2008 calendar?
Open the full 2008 liturgical calendar to browse every solemnity, feast day, and penance day—or jump to another key date below.

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