Commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ
FastingCatholics aged 18 through 59 are bound to fast on Good Friday (April18) To fast Means to consume one full meal a day at most, although taking of other, smaller quantities of food at the other customary mealtimes is permitted. Food and drink between meals (excepting water and medicine) is not permitted on fast days.
Abstinence from Meat during LentCatholics aged 14 and up are to abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, all Fridays of Lent and Good Friday.To abstain means refraining from eating beef, veal, pork, or poultry at least, although eggs, milk products, or meat broths or condiments made from animal fats are OK. The consumption of fish and shellfish is permitted.