5 interesting facts about Ash Wednesday, Lent
By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor 
4. Laetare Sunday
On the fourth Sunday of Lent, which is in the middle of the liturgical season, some churches observe a special date known as Laetare Sunday.
Deriving its name from "Laetare, Jerusalem" or "Rejoice, O Jerusalem," Laetare Sunday is known for being a lighter worship service, with a more upbeat and celebratory tone than other Lenten season Sundays.
