A celebration of Mary the mother of Jesus Christ. While the Catholic Church observes this holiday on January 1st, other christian churches that also observe the Solemnity of Mary do so on other dates such as January 16th or December 26th.
Western Christianity commemorates the visit of the Three Kings at the nativity thus the manifestation of Jesus to the gentiles. Eastern Christianity commemorates the Baptism of Jesus as the Son of God
Feast to commemorate the presentation of Jesus at the Temple by Joseph and Mary.
Marks the beginning of Lent, observed by many Western Christian denominations as a holy day of prayer and fasting.
Many christians observe this event commemorating the announcement made by the angel Gabriel to Mary that she would bear a son through a virgin birth to become the mother of Jesus Christ the Messiah.
Represents the 40 days of fasting by Jesus in the desert while Satan tried to tempt Him. Typically observed by Christians in March/April.
Observed by Christians during the days starting on Palm Sunday and ending on Holy Saturday (the day before Easter Sunday).
Commemorates the Triumphal Entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem while the crowd waved palm branches in honor.
Christians observe this day to commemorate the washing of the feet and the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles.
Christians observe this holy day to reflect on the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ as the sacrificial lamb for our sins.
Christians observe Easter to commemorate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead on the third day after His crucifixion. Based on the solar year plus the phase of the moon, the date of Easter is calculated to be on the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the vernal equinox.
Also called "Ascension Thursday", Christians observe this event to commemorate the Ascension of Jesus Christ up to Heaven 40 days after His resurrection.
Observed by Christians to commemorate the descent of the Holy Spirit onto the Apostles of Jesus Christ.
Observed by Western Christianity to celebrate the Trinity...the three Persons of God (the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit)
Also known as All Hallows' Day, Christians honor all the saints of the Christian Church (known or unknown).
Observed by most Christian denominations to prepare for celebrating the Nativity of Christ and the Second Coming of Christ.
Observed by all Christians to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ...also known as the Nativity of Jesus.