Tag: Christian

All Saints’ Day, or All Hallows’ Day is celebrated in honor of all the saints of the church. The liturgical practice begins in the evening of Oct. 31, All Hallows’… Read More

Pentecost is the Christian holiday that happens 50 days after Easter. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon Mary, mother of Jesus and the Apostles of Jesus while they were in Jerusalem. Wikipedia 

Palm Sunday happens on the Sunday before Easter. The day commemorates Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Its name originates from the palm branches waved by the crowd to greet and honor Jesus as… Read More

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of prayer and fasting in many Western Christian denominations. It is preceded by Shrove Tuesday and marks the first day of Lent, the six weeks of penitence before Easter. (Wikipedia)

The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, and, by extension, celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general. Celebrations generally involve public parades and festivals, and… Read More

This is the Feast day of the Christian St. Joseph, the husband of Mary and legal father of Jesus. St. Joseph is the patron saint of Canada. (Wikipedia)

Lammas, or Loaf Mass is a Christian holiday celebrated in some northern countries. Like Lughnasadh, the Celtic holiday which falls on the same day, Lammas is a celebration of the… Read More

Easter Sunday is a Christian festival commemorating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. It brings an end to Holy Week which began with Palm Sunday. The western and eastern churches… Read More

On Ascension Day Christians commemorate the ascension of Jesus into heaven. (Wikipedia)

Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. For many it is a day of fasting and religious services. (Wikipedia)