Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day fall on same day; Archdiocese of Philadelphia says no exceptions to fasting

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday fall on the same day this year.

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting observed by Catholics.

Many Catholics are now wondering, however, if the church will make an exception to the fasting obligation for the holy day.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia told Action News that Ash Wednesday is one of the most solemn days on the Christian calendar, and no exemptions are being granted.

So for anyone celebrating the holy day, be sure to treat yourself to a date night or box of chocolates on another day.