In the first sessions of Family Faith Formation this month, Fr. Jim explored the topic of “The Liturgical Year.” As our Collaborative embraces the theme of renewal and since faith formation and enrichment is a never ending journey, we thought it might be worthwhile to dive a little deeper into what our faith teaches us about the season of Ordinary Time!
Did You Know?
Ordinary Time isn’t called “ordinary” because it’s typical or because other liturgical seasons are more exciting!
“Ordinary” refers to ordinal numbers, meaning that ordinary time is counted by ordered weeks (typically 33 or 34 per year!) For instance, this week is the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
The color green that decorates churches and marks vestments during Ordinary Time is a sign of hope, renewal, and new growth.
Like new sprouts, our faith is meant to grow during this season as we trace the life and ministry of Jesus through the liturgical readings.
Ordinary Time is the longest season of the liturgical year.
Divided into two parts, it first follows the Christmas season until Lent and then picks up again after Pentecost and ends before Advent.
Next month in Family Faith Formation, we are exploring Jesus’ Life and Ministry and we’ll be sharing more at-home discipleship with you!