May 17, 2023 · Thursday is the Ascension, the day the Church marks 40 days since Jesus’ resurrection and the day he ascended into heaven (see Acts 1:1–11). But depending on where you live, you may or may...

Dec 16, 2024 · Learn the six Catholic Holy Days of Obligation for 2025 and get the calendar to be sure you don't miss Mass on those special feast days.

Apr 19, 2011 · Holy Thursday is the commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, when he established the sacrament of Holy Communion prior to his arrest and crucifixion. It also …

Maundy Thursday, also referred to as Holy Thursday, or Thursday of the Lord's Supper, among other names, [note 1] is a Christian feast during Holy Week that marks the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, and commemorates the Washing of the Feet (Maundy) and Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles, as described in the canonical gospels.

Mar 26, 2018 · Although Holy Thursday is a sacred day for Catholics, when the faithful are encouraged to attend Mass, it is not one of the six Holy Days of Obligation. On this day, Christians commemorate Christ's Last Supper with His disciples.

Mar 27, 2024 · Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter, believed to be the day when Jesus celebrated his final Passover with His disciples. Most notably, that Passover meal was when Jesus washed the feet of His disciples in an extraordinary display of humility.

Jun 11, 2013 · The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains holy days of obligation this way: On Sundays and other holy days of obligation, the faithful are to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s Day, the performance of the works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body.

Apr 5, 2012 · Holy Thursday celebrates the institution of the Eucharist as the true body and blood of Jesus Christ and the institution of the sacrament of the priesthood.

Jun 25, 2019 · Maundy Thursday is observed during Holy Week on the Thursday before Easter. Also referred to as "Holy Thursday" or "Great Thursday" in some denominations, Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper when Jesus shared the Passover meal with his disciples on the night before he was crucified.

Mar 27, 2024 · Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday, is a significant day in the Christian calendar commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with His disciples. This event is described in the New Testament, particularly in the Gospel according to …