Liturgical Seasons

Question 1

What is the Liturgical Season?

Answer 1

The liturgical year celebrates the cycle of events in the life of Christ. It starts in early December and runs to the end of November. The liturgical year is made up of a number of seasons. The longest season is called Ordinary Time. One of the most recognisable seasons is Lent.

Question 2

Liturgical Colours

Answer 2

Purple is the colour of penance and sorrow
White is the colour of light. It reminds us that God is the Creator of all things
Red is the colour of blood and is used to symbolise Christ’s death
Green is the colour of nature and growth.