Fascinating Fact:
Holy Week, at the end of Lent, includes days such as Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday, recalling Jesus’ final days and death.
In KS3 Religious Education, pupils explore how the Christian year is organised into seasons such as Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost. These seasons help believers remember Jesus’ life and focus their worship.
Key Terms
- Liturgical year: The pattern of seasons and festivals that shapes Christian worship through the year.
- Lent: A period of preparation and reflection before Easter, often marked by prayer and self-discipline.
- Pentecost: A festival celebrating the coming of the Holy Spirit to Jesus’ followers, sometimes called the “birthday of the Church”.
Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)
What is the Christian liturgical year?
The Christian liturgical year is the cycle of seasons and festivals followed by many churches. It includes times like Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost, each with its own focus and traditions.
What are the main Christian seasons and festivals?
Key Christian seasons and festivals include Advent and Christmas, which celebrate Jesus’ coming, Lent and Easter, which remember his death and resurrection, and Pentecost, which marks the coming of the Holy Spirit.
Why are seasons and festivals important for Christians?
Seasons and festivals are important because they help Christians remember central beliefs, retell Bible stories, and join together in worship. They also give a regular rhythm to prayer and celebration.
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