TODAY is Ash Wednesday. According to Christian teachings, this is the first day of Lent. That means we have 46 days to Easter. During this period, Christians are supposed to ask God for forgiveness and live a sin-free life as we await the death and resurrection of our saviour Jesus Christ, which happens during Easter. John Agaba talked to some children on what the day means to them, and how they will spend their Lent.

Patience Ndagire, 6, Kiswa Primary School, Kampala
Many children have this habit of abusing others but after that day I will not be like them. If someone abuses me I will forgive him.

Chris Muhindo, 5, St. Kagwa Primary School, Masaka
Ash Wednesday is the day we go to church and a priest puts ash on our heads. After that we are not supposed to sin. This Lent, l will only do good things. When mum sends me to fetch water I will not delay.

Daniel Munguditi, 9,Bweyogerere Junior School
After Ash Wednesday I will give some money to the poor especially those children you find seated on the streets begging. I will also pray for them so they can also go to school.

Owen Magala, 8, Vikituula Primary School, Wakiso
Ash Wednesday is the day that marks the beginning of Lent. During Lent we are supposed to live an exemplary life like that of Jesus when he was fasting in the desert. We should avoid temptations by Satan.

Timothy Nkurunziza, 10, Mbuya Church School, Kampala
On Ash Wednesday, I will go to church. After, I will pray to God so that He forgives my sins. During Lent I will obey my teachers, read my books, and help dad and mum with housework.

Bernadette Akol, 9, St. Joseph’s Primary school Kitintale
Ash Wednesday is the day Christians start fasting. During this time, they give some things to the needy. They pray a lot and ensure they don’t miss church.