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December Liturgical Overview

November 30, 2024 by Destinie Winn

December is a very full Liturgical season. We are in the middle/end of the Nativity fast and there are many special feast day traditions we can embrace during this season. I absolutely LOVE Christmas and traditions, but I especially love when these cultural traditions line up with celebrating the saints! Having the meaning behind it not only makes it special but it is enriching the soil in our family’s hearts as we draw nearer to the coming Lord!

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November 30, 2024 /Destinie Winn
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May Liturgical Resource Guide

May 04, 2023 by Destinie Winn in Monthly Guides

As a parent, I know what a difficult task it can be to stay ahead of the Liturgical calendar, particularly during a busy season like this one, so I hope to help other parents…

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May 04, 2023 /Destinie Winn
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