Lent is a sacred season in the Catholic Church, a 40-day period of preparation leading to Easter. It is a time for reflection, repentance and renewal as we prepare our hearts for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Across Edmonton Catholic Schools, students and staff mark this season through prayer, acts of service, learning and meaningful classroom conversations rooted in faith.

What is Lent?

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday (February 18, 2026) and concludes at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday (April 2, 2026.) During this time, Catholics are invited to focus on three central practices:

• Prayer – Growing closer to God through intentional time in conversation with Him.
• Fasting – Making sacrifices that create space for spiritual growth.
• Almsgiving – Serving others, especially those in need, through generosity and compassion.

These practices guide our school communities throughout the season.

Division Chaplains - Lenten Video Reflection

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God the Father almighty, 

Creator of heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, 

our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,

born of the Virgin Mary, 

suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended into hell; the third day 

He rose again from the dead;

He ascended into heaven, and sits at 

the right hand of God the Father 

almighty, from thence He shall come

to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy Catholic Church,

the communion of saints, 

the forgiveness of sins, 

the resurrection of the body and life everlasting.

Amen.