LITURGICAL YEAR Ordinary Time –Christmas
Liturgical Year Cycle of feasts and seasons in the Church Celebrating events of Jesus’ life and presence in the Church Jesus’ life, death, Resurrection, and Ascension
Ordinary Time Liturgical Color Occurs twice in the year Purpose Green Growth, hope, and life Occurs twice in the year Between Christmas and Lent Between summer and the fall Pentecost-Feast of Christ the King Purpose To recall the life of Jesus Reminded that God is always there to help us live as Christians
Advent First Sunday 4 week period Liturgical Colors Liturgical Calendar year begins 4 week period Prepare for the birth of Jesus Liturgical Colors Purple Sorrow for sin and preparation Pink Joy and happiness for the coming of Jesus.
Symbols of Advent Advent Wreath Circle of greens 4 Candles Jesse Tree Reminds us that God has NO beginning and No end 4 Candles 3 purple 1 pink One candle is lit each week Jesse Tree Displays Jesus’ family history Helps us understand our faith
Christmas Birth of Jesus Liturgical Color Celebrating the world’s greatest gift Liturgical Color White Glory, joy, and innocence
Celebrating the Feast Giving gifts Decorate with lights God gave us the most perfect gift of all: His Son, Jesus Decorate with lights Jesus is the Light of the World Send warm greetings Savior was sent to fill our world with peace and joy