Happy second day of December!
This is such an exciting month in the Liturgical Year as we kick off the season of Advent and move towards Christmas Day and the 12 Days of Christmas. I can’t wait to celebrate it with you! Let's get started!
If you'd like a calendar of the entire liturgical year, here's a PDF printout:
Or a physical calendar you can hang on your wall:
Advent
We begin the season of Advent on December 1st. The season of Advent is a beautiful time when we repent, wait, and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
December 6th - The Feast of St. Nicholas
On this day, we celebrate the real Santa Claus. He was a faithful follower of Jesus and bishop of the church who took care of those in need around him.
December 13th - The Feast of St. Lucy
On this day, we celebrate a young girl who delivered food to persecuted Christians who were hiding in the Roman catacombs and was martyred for her faith.
December 21st - The Feast of St. Thomas
On this day we celebrate a faithful disciple of Jesus who evangelized India and was martyred for his faith.
Celebrating The Feast of St. Thomas
December 24th - Christmas Eve
A special day suspended between two worlds, the end of Advent and the beginning of the celebrations for the birth of Jesus Christ.
December 25th - Christmas Day
The moment we've been waiting for is finally here, the birth of Jesus! This is one of the highest feast days of the liturgical year and the beginning of the season of celebration known as the 12 Days of Christmas.
December 26th - The Feast of St. Stephen
On this day we celebrate the first person martyred because of their faith in Jesus.
December 27th - The Feast of St. John
On this day we celebrate a faithful disciple of Jesus who wrote the Gospel of John, the letters of John, and the book of Revelation.
December 28th - The Feast of the Holy Innocents
On this day we remember the infant boys who were killed by King Herod.
Follow along as I share everything you’ll need to celebrate every special day this month, including the history, recipes, and traditions!
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