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Liturgical Year

Living the Mysteries of Christ Through Sacred Time

What Is the Liturgical Year?

The Liturgical Year is the sacred rhythm by which the Catholic Church celebrates the mysteries of Jesus Christ throughout the year.

Through Advent, Christmas, Ordinary Time, Lent, the Sacred Triduum, Easter, Pentecost, and the great celebrations of the saints, the Church teaches Catholics to live with Christ at the center of time.

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Major Themes

  • The mysteries of Jesus Christ.
  • The sanctification of time.
  • The rhythm of prayer, worship, fasting, and feasting.
  • The seasons of preparation, celebration, penance, and growth.
  • The communion of saints throughout the Church year.

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