Roman Martyrology 2004

Moveable Feasts

SeasonEulogies
Advent

First Sunday of Advent

The First Sunday of Advent of Our Lord Jesus Christ, when the first coming of the Son of God among men is celebrated, in anticipation of his second coming at the end of time.

Christmas Time

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph

Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, the most holy example for Christian families that call for help.

The Baptism of the Lord

Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord Jesus Christ, when he is admirably declared the beloved Son of God, the waters are sanctified, man is purified and all creation rejoices.

Lent

Ash Wednesday

Ash Wednesday, the day of Ashes and the beginning of the most holy Lent: these are the days of penance for the remission of sins and the salvation of souls. This is the acceptable time for the ascent to the holy mountain of Easter.

First Sunday of Lent

The First Sunday of Lent, as the venerable sacred obligation of the annual Lenten fast begins, following the example of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, when our Lord Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem, in accordance to the prophecy of Zechariah, seated on the colt of an ass, while the crowds came out to meet him bearing palm branches.

Easter Time

Easter Sunday of the Lord’s Resurrection

On this day which the Lord has made, is the solemnity of solemnities, and our Passover: the Resurrection of our Saviour Jesus Christ according to the flesh.

The Ascension of the Lord

Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ, when he was lifted up into heaven before his disciples, forty days after the resurrection, to sit at the right hand of the Father, until he comes in glory to judge the living and the dead.

Pentecost Sunday

The Day of Pentecost, when the sacred time of the fifty days of Easter ends and, with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the disciples in Jerusalem, we commemorate the beginnings of the Church and the beginning of the mission of the Apostles among all the tribes, languages, peoples and nations.

Ordinary Time

The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church

Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, whom Christ entrusted to his disciple, that, continuing in prayer, they may cooperate with the Holy Spirit in proclaiming the Gospel.

The Most Holy Trinity

Solemnity of the Most Holy and Undivided Trinity, when we profess and venerate the Triune God and the Trinity in unity.

The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ: with his sacred nourishment he offers a remedy for immortality and a pledge of resurrection.

The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus

Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, who, meek and humble of heart, exalted on the cross, became a source of life and love from which all peoples will draw.

The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary: keeping in her heart the memory of the mysteries of salvation fulfilled in her Son, she confidently awaited their fulfilment in Christ.

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe: to him alone power, glory and majesty for ever and ever.

See Also

Feasts in Roman Martyrology

Upcoming Feasts in Roman Martyrology

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