The first day of Advent falls on Nov. 30 this year and begins a new year in the Church calendar (Cycle B). The Advent wreath is lit in households all over the world as we anticipate the birth of our Lord.
Nov. 1 ----- All Saints Day.
In the early Church, each saint and martyr was assigned a feast day. However, the persecution of the Christians became so great that there weren't enough days in the calendar for individual commemorations. Eventually Pope Gregory IV designated Nov. 1 as All Saints Day.
Nov. 2 ----- All Souls Day.
This is a day when we pray for the dead, especially our loved ones and souls in Purgatory. Our prayers and sacrifices can help them get to Heaven faster.
Nov. 23 ---- Our Lord Jesus Christ the King.
A solemnity that commemorates Our Father's promise to his people of a king who will triumph over their enemies. Jesus is Our King. In Baptism and Confirmation, we are brought under his kingship.
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