ASH WEDNESDAY: Is a universal day of FAST observed by all who are 18 to 58 years of age inclusive. One full meal and two much lighter meals with nothing to eat in between meals. Liquids such as water, milk and juices are allowed. Abstinence is observed by all who are 14 years of age and older. No meat is allowed unless required for reasons of health. All FRIDAYS of Lent are days of full abstinence from meat for all who are 14 years of age and older unless prohibited for reasons of health. Fasting, almsgiving and prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent that should be taken seriously in a spirit of penance and preparation for baptism and renewal of baptismal promises at Easter.