Resources by Pope Benedict XVI

Holy Days: Meditations on the Feasts, Fasts, and Other Solemnities of the Church

by Pope Benedict XVI, David C. Schindler and Jean-Michel Coulet

According to Pope Benedict XVI, "the liturgical year is a great voyage of faith on which the Church sets us out." The feast days in the Church's liturgical calendar follow the major events of Jesus' life as recounted in the Gospels. This cycle gives a rhythm to the life of the Church and helps Christians better understand the divine mystery. Especial… Read more…