Liturgical Calendar: Three Sundays of Commemoration
Feb. 9 for Deceased Priests; also a good time to teach on the leaders of our Church
(priest/bishop/patriarch/pope) see lesson materials here
Feb. 16 for the Righteous and Just (All Saints); see lesson materials here
Feb. 23 Faithful Departed (All souls). see lesson materials here
These commemorations of the Departed are to be seen in the context of the Epiphany emphasis on the charismational mission of all Christians, and on the destiny of those faithful to their baptismal calling. Those who have died to this life are on the next stage of their journey to the Kingdom. If they have died faithful to the Gospel commandment to love, they will one day be called to the Eternal Light by Christ, the “True Hope who never fails’.”
(The above excerpts are from “Captivated By Your Teachings: A Resource Book for Adult Maronite Catholics” by Rev. Anthony J. Salim)
(The above excerpts are from “Captivated By Your Teachings: A Resource Book for Adult Maronite Catholics” by Rev. Anthony J. Salim)
