The faithful flocked to churches in Manatee County to observe Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent.
Ashes mark first day of Lent in Manatee County
Posted: 12:00am on Feb 23, 2012; Modified: 1:25am on Feb 23, 2012
Abby Gomez has the shape of a cross on her forehead as she attends Ash Wednesday services with her mother, Gabby Gomez, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Palmetto. Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the season of Lent, a period of fasting and repentance, preparing for the celebration of Easter. GRANT JEFFERIES/Bradenton Herald GJEFFERIES@BRADENTON.COMBuy Photo
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