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The Liturgical Year

A journey through the sacred seasons of the Catholic Church

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Day 4 of 46
Michelangelo Buonarroti
“Pietà,” 1498–1499
St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City · Public Domain
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The Seasons of Grace

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Advent
Nov 29 — Dec 24, 2026
A season of joyful expectation and preparation for the coming of Christ — in history, in mystery, and in glory.
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Christmas
Dec 25, 2026 — Jan 10, 2027
The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We celebrate the Nativity, the Holy Family, and the Epiphany of the Lord.
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Ordinary Time
Jan 11 — Feb 9, 2027
In the “ordered” time of the year, we walk with Christ through His public ministry, miracles, and teaching.
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Lent
Feb 18 — Apr 4, 2026
Forty days of repentance, prayer, and fasting as we journey with Christ toward the Cross and the promise of Easter.
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Easter
Apr 5 — May 24, 2026
Fifty days of Paschal joy — from the empty tomb to the fire of Pentecost. Alleluia! Christ is risen!
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Ordinary Time
May 25 — Nov 28, 2026
The longest season — a sustained pilgrimage of discipleship, growing deeper in the mysteries of Christ’s life and teaching.
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