Season of the Church

The longest season of the Christian Year, sometimes called Ordinary Time, occupies the long summer period from June until November.

Scriptural emphases for this season focus on the teaching, healing and preaching ministry of Jesus. Old Testament lessons trace the ageless promises of God to the people of Israel, and extended sections from the New Testament letters round out the weekly lessons.

During this season a number of important observances occur, as well as seasonal remembrances like Holy Cross Day (September 14^th), Reformation (October 31^st), All Saints (November 1^st) and Christ the King Sunday (last Sunday of the Christian Year).