The Feast of St. Luke, celebrated on October 18th, invites Christians around the world to honor the life and contributions of this beloved saint and evangelist. As the author of one of the four Gospels and the Book of Acts, St. Luke leaves a legacy not only on the Christian calendar but also on the…
The Liturgical Home: Holy Michael and All Angels
The Church celebrates the Feast of Holy Michael and All Angels on September 29th! We also know this feast as Michaelmas (pronounced mik-uhl-mus), a shortening of “Michaelโs mass.” It is the special day set aside by the church to celebrate Michael, the captain of the heavenly host, and all other angels. Why do we sometimes…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of St. Matthew
On September 21st, Christians worldwide will celebrate the Feast of St. Matthew, a day dedicated to honoring the remarkable life and enduring legacy of one of the beloved apostles. Known both as Matthew and Levi in the Bible, this apostle underwent a profound transformation through his encounter with Jesus, going from a despised tax collector…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of St. Bartholomew
On August 24th, the Church celebrates St. Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus according to the New Testament. The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke each mention Bartholomew by name (Matt. 10:13, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:14). In the Gospel of John, he is called Nathanael (John 1:43-44) and initially asks โCan anything good…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of St. Mary the Virgin
On August 15th, Christians worldwide celebrate the Feast of St. Mary the Virgin, Mother of Our Lord, honoring the remarkable life of the mother of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a joyous occasion filled with reverence, thanksgiving, and reflection on Maryโs profound role in the salvation story. The Life of St. Mary The life…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of the Transfiguration
The Feast of the Transfiguration, celebrated on August 6th, is a momentous event in the life of Christ and in the Christian tradition. It holds profound significance as it reveals a glimpse of the divine glory of Jesus Christ. The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke all recount the Transfiguration. In these accounts, Jesus, accompanied…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of St. James the Elder
The Feast of St. James the Elder on July 25th is a special occasion to honor the life and legacy of this beloved apostle. Two apostles and three total New Testament saints are named James. Therefore, the Church uses the title โSaint James the Elderโ or โSaint James the Greatโ to distinguish this James, the…
The Liturgical Home: The Feast of St. Mary Magdalene
The Church will celebrate the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene on July 22nd. Mary Magdalene, known as the โApostle to the Apostles,โ holds a special place in Christian history. Her humble faith and love for Jesus have made her an enduring symbol of devotion. All four Gospels mention her, and she plays a significant role…
The Liturgical Home: The Nativity of John the Baptist
The Nativity of John the Baptist, celebrated on June 24th and also known as the Summer Christmas, Nativity of the Forerunner, or Johnmas (I love that one!), is the special day we commemorate John the Baptistโs birth. It was once a highly celebrated feast day, though it doesnโt receive the recognition it once did, which…
The Liturgical Home: Learning Pysanky Eggs From Ukrainian Refugees
I’d always loved seeing photos of Ukrainian Pysanky eggs. Now, through Ukrainian refugees who found a home at our church, I’ve learned how to make them! In this article I share my story, the history of Pysanky, and a recipe so you can make them too. Ukrainian Refugees and Pysanky Eggs One Sunday I showed…