The liturgical year is a rich and vibrant series of moments that occur in all seasons. Here you can find information about the joyful anticipation of Advent, the celebration of Christmas, the contemplative preparation of Lent, the sacrifice of Good Friday, and the triumph of Easter, as well as the importance of the moments between in Ordinary Time. Engage with your faith all year, every month, every week, and every day.
Liturgical Year 2025 – 2026
Advent
November 30, 2025 – December 24, 2025
The liturgical year begins on the First Sunday of Advent, meaning that this liturgical year begins on November 30, 2025. Learn more about enriching your faith during Advent.
Christmas
December 25, 2025 – January 11, 2026
Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus. Beginning with December 25, the season of Christmas continues through the Epiphany (January 4, 2026) to the Baptism of the Lord (January 11, 2026).
Ordinary Time
January 12, 2026 – February 17, 2026
“Every day is a gift from God – extraordinary in its possibilities. Our vocation as followers of Jesus is to discover God in the ordinary.” - Cardinal Timothy Dolan
Discover God in the ordinary! Learn more at [LINK TO ORDINARY TIME PAGE]
Lent
February 18, 2026 – April 2, 2026
Lent is a time for deeper reflection, and surrender to God through greater prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Join us as we prepare for Holy Week.
Holy Week
March 29, 2026 – April 4, 2026
The week before Easter begins with Palm Sunday and is known as Holy Week. Keep watch with us.
Easter
April 5, 2026 – May 24, 2026
Beginning with the greatest of all Sundays, Easter Sunday, the season of Easter continues through Pentecost (May 24, 2026). During this time of the year, we celebrate in a special way the resurrection of Jesus Christ and His victory over death. Learn more.
Ordinary Time
May 25, 2026 – November 29, 2026
“Every day is a gift from God – extraordinary in its possibilities. Our vocation as followers of Jesus is to discover God in the ordinary.” - Cardinal Timothy Dolan