Lent ends at sundown on Thursday, April 17, also known as Holy Thursday. Then comes Good Friday. Here are the dates to know for Easter holidays.

Easter weekend is approaching, and will mark a later-than-usual date on the calendar for the Christian celebration. Not only does Easter Sunday commemorate Christians' belief in the Resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion,

This year's Lent is drawing to a close, with just over a week left. See the remaining days and why Christians observe the 40-day period.