Today in the Church
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Current Season
Ordinary Time
Thursday in the 11 Week in Ordinary Time
Psalter Week III
Today's Color
Color of hope and growth
Saint of the Day
STS. MARK AND MARCELLIANO, ROMAN MARTYRS
Remembered today in the Church
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The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Jun 22
SolemnityUpcoming Major Celebrations
The next Solemnities and Feasts in the liturgical calendar, bringing special joy and meaning to our worship.
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Jun 22 β’ Ordinary Time
Psalter Week IV
The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Jun 24 β’ Ordinary Time
Psalter Week IV
The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Jun 27 β’ Ordinary Time
Psalter Week IV
Saint Peter and Saint Paul, apostles
Jun 29 β’ Ordinary Time
Psalter Week I
Saint Thomas, apostle
Jul 3 β’ Ordinary Time
Psalter Week I
The Liturgical Year
The Catholic Church organizes the year around the life of Christ, creating a rhythm of celebration, preparation, and growth that guides our spiritual journey.
Advent
4 weeks before Christmas
Meaning
A time of waiting and preparation for the coming of Christ at Christmas.
Family Activities
- β’ Advent wreath with weekly candle lighting
- β’ Advent calendar with daily activities
- β’ Jesse tree ornaments
- β’ Acts of kindness preparation
Colors
Christmas
12 days of celebration
Meaning
Celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, God becoming human for our salvation.
Family Activities
- β’ Nativity scene setup and blessing
- β’ Christmas carol singing
- β’ Epiphany chalk blessing
- β’ Gift giving in imitation of the Magi
Colors
Ordinary Time
33-34 weeks throughout the year
Meaning
The season of growth in discipleship and learning from Jesus' teachings.
Family Activities
- β’ Regular scripture reading and reflection
- β’ Works of mercy and charity
- β’ Parish community involvement
- β’ Daily prayer and Mass attendance
Colors
Lent
40 days of preparation
Meaning
A time of penance, prayer, and almsgiving to prepare for Easter.
Family Activities
- β’ Stations of the Cross
- β’ Extra prayer and fasting
- β’ Charitable giving and service
- β’ Examination of conscience
Colors
Easter
50 days of celebration
Meaning
Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ and our hope of eternal life.
Family Activities
- β’ Easter egg hunts with Christian symbolism
- β’ Alleluia celebrations
- β’ Baptism and confirmation preparations
- β’ Acts of joy and thanksgiving
Colors
Pentecost
Single celebration
Meaning
Celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.
Family Activities
- β’ Learning about the gifts of the Spirit
- β’ Confirmation preparation
- β’ Missionary activities
- β’ Prayer to the Holy Spirit