Uganda, Feb. 25 -- Ever since sin befell humanity, we encounter divisions everywhere, even within religious organisations. We can only overcome them by conversion from sin. Lent bears the spirit of reconciliation and ecumenism; a special spiritual for the very important day of Easter.

It is, hence good news to learn that Lent is observed by the major Christian denominations, namely, Anglican, Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches. Lent is a 40-day period, after the example of the 40 days Jesus spent in the wilderness of Judea, preparing Himself for the public ministry. 40 is also a holy number, representing a period of conversion and reconciliation.

Christians begin the Lenten season by observing Ash Wednesday, when ashes are imp...