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Good Catholics Want to Know

What is Ordinary Time in the Church's Liturgical Calendar?

The Sundays of the major seasons of the year are distinguished by their relationship to the Solemnities of Christmas and Easter. The rhythm of these liturgical seasons reflects the rhythm of life — with its celebrations and its seasons of growth. Ordinary Time, meaning ordered or numbered time, is celebrated in two segments: from the Monday following the Baptism of Our Lord to Ash Wednesday; and from Pentecost Monday to the First Sunday of Advent. This makes it the longest season of the Liturgical Year. The Church counts thirty-three or thirty-four Sundays of Ordinary Time (60% of the Church's calendar), inviting us to meditate upon the whole mystery of Christ – his life, miracles and teachings – in the light of his Resurrection. The vestments for Ordinary Time are usually green, the color of hope and growth.

The season of Ordinary Time helps us to meditate on the mighty works of God through Jesus Christ. It is a time to grow in our faith in response to God's invitation to follow Jesus to the cross. We have a challenge to make our ordinary days extraordinary!

Come and Join Our Great Adventure Bible Study on The Book of Revelation

St. Jerome said, "Ignorance of Scriptures is ignorance of Christ." Wouldn't you like to know our Lord a little better this year? Then join us for our Great Adventure Bible Study. Presented by renowned Bible scholar, Jeff Cavins, The Great Adventure is a Catholic Bible learning system that makes the complex simple by teaching the story (the narrative) of the Bible.

Revelation - The Kingdom Yet To Come: Classes start on Thursday, July 9, 2009. Morning Session: 9 - 10:30 am. Evening Session: 7 - 8:30 pm, for 10 weeks.

To sign up or to obtain more information about our Great Adventure Bible Study, please call 619-445-2145 during office hours.

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