We asked prominent Christians what they are giving up for Lent. Their answers range from blogs to fruit juice and moreish digestives
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Animals pay a visit to St Peter’s Square
Thursday, 17 January 2013
Horses, cows, rabbits and peacocks were among the species present for the traditional blessing of St Anthony at St Peter’s Square















Debate: Is giving up alcohol, chocolate or biscuits the best way of marking Lent?
Or is that a distraction from the real task of preparing for Holy Week and Easter?