T he Liturgical calendar – begins with advent and ends on the feast of Christ the King

5 major Liturgical season1.Advent Season2.Christmas Season3.Lenten Season4.Easter Season5.Ordinary Times

Christmas- a season of joy, celebrates the nativity of Jesus, which includes the feast of the Holy family, feast of the mother of God and Epiphany.

Lent• a time to

contemplate deeply on Christs’ passion & death.

• A time to contemplate deeply on Christs’ death.

Easter- a principal Christian feast day celebrates the resurrection of Jesus, which also include the resurrection, ascension and Pentecost experiences

Ist candle- Represents the first week of Advent . Its color is purple to symbolize our disposition. The first candle represents the Prophets who foretold the coming of Messiah. It is also called Prophecy Candle or Candle of Hope. That brings hope to those who are waiting for Jesus.

2nd candle-Represents the second week of ADVENT.The progressive lighting of the candles represents our eagerness to welcome Jesus. It represents the manger where Jesus laid after birth. It is also called Bethlehem Candle or candle of Preparation that brings love and consolation to all those who yearn for Jesus Coming

3rd Candle ( PINK)- is lit on third Sunday Called “ Gaudete Sunday” it is a Sunday of Rejoicing because our preparation is half over & we are close to Christmas . It is also called the “Shepherd Candle or the Candle of Joy” that brings joy to those who want to see Jesus.

4th candle- ( Purple) Stands for the last week of Advent. It is also called “Angels Candle or Candle of Love” that brings peace to all people of goodwill.

5th candle- Represents CHRISTMAS- The Birth of Jesus. The color “ White” represents the purity of Jesus who brings light into the world. Also called “ Christ Candle” that brings the presence of Christ to all People

Different liturgical colors:

1. White- the color of joy and victory, is used for easter & christmas. It is also used for the feast of Our Lord, Mary, the angels and Saints who are not martyrs.

2. Red ( Color of Fire)It is used for the

birthday feasts of the apostles & evangelist & for the celebration of the martyrs. Recalls the Holy Spirit & is used on pentecost sundays & the sacrament of confirmation.

3. Green- seen everywhere In plants and tress , symbolizes life and hope and is used during ordinary time

4. Violet- a symbol of penance and renewal

Used during Advent and Lenten seasons.

5. Rose or Pink- used on the third Sunday of Advent ( Gaudete Sunday) and on the fourth Sunday of Lent

( Laetare Sunday) . It express the joy of anticipation for Christmas & Easter.