Liturgical Seasons: The Church Calendar Explained
Liturgical Seasons: The Church Calendar Explained
Why does the Church have its own calendar? How should Catholics use the civil calendar? Hear Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC explain the rhythm of sacred time and how to better appreciate the liturgical seasons and feast days of the ecclesiastical year.
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The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021926.cfm
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