Catholic
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Lent
Lent is a season of 40 days of preparation for the pinnacle event of the Christian year, Holy Week and Easter. Continue reading
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Stations of the Cross
The Stations of the Cross is an ancient Christian devotional of meditating on the last hours of Christ’s life. Continue reading
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Shrove Tuesday & Ash Wednesday
Before Lent begins there are two days of preparation for the season leading up to Easter. One day for celebration and the other for solemn reflection. Continue reading
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The Baptism of the Lord
Shortly after Epiphany the western church observes a day memorializing the beginning of Christ’s ministry at his baptism by John. Continue reading
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Epiphany / Theophany of Christ
Epiphany marks the end of the Christmas season in the west and is the date that the Nativity is celebrated in the east. It is marked with celebrations and is an important holiday in both Catholic and Orthodox traditions. Continue reading
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The 12 Days of Christmas
Most are familiar with the song the “12 Days of Christmas” but don’t realize is an actual season of celebration that follows Christmas Day. Observing the 12 days of Christmas is an opportunity to slow down and extend your Christmas… Continue reading
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The Holy Name – The Circumcision of our Lord
A memorial honoring the name of Christ, or alternately the day of his naming, has been observed by Christians at varying degrees over the centuries. For Latter-day Saints it can be an opportunity to emphasize the importance of covenants. Continue reading
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Holy Innocents
The Holy Innocents are the children murdered by Herod. Though a solemn subject matter this day is one for reflecting on and treasuring children and childhood. Continue reading
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Saint John – The Apostle and Evangelist
John the Apostle was the only one of the 12 to not die a martyr’s death. He wrote several books of the Bible and his life message was one of love. Continue reading
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Advent – in the Catholic & Protestant tradition
There are many ways to celebrate Advent, these are some of my favorites. Continue reading
Discovering the Saints 