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Christians and Muslims in Philadelphia begin seasons of reflection and renewal
- Ash Wednesday services drew hundreds at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Center City Philadelphia as Lent began.
- Muslim worshipers gathered at Center City Mosque to begin Ramadan, describing it as a huge blessing.
- Ramadan's focus on fasting and charity was noted as mirroring Lent practices in Christianity.
- Archbishop Nelson Perez described the season as a time for retreat, introspection, and listening to God.
- Perez noted the season's significance across faiths, including the Jewish community.
- Center City Mosque aims to raise funds to support expansion during Ramadan.
- The sixth anniversary of Perez's installation as archbishop was marked on the same day.
- The event linked the Christian and Muslim communities through shared themes of reflection and service.
- Religious leaders emphasized compassion and mutual respect as core messages of the season.
- Both communities expressed hopes for ongoing dialogue and shared observances.
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