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Daily Almanac |
January 2010
Pope Benedict's Monthly Prayer Intentions General: Young People and Media. That young people may learn to use social communication media for their personal growth and in preparation to serve society. Missionary: Christian Unity. That every believer in Christ may understand that unity among all Christians is necessary for effective proclamation of the gospel.
43rd World Day of Prayer for Peace - January 1 This year's theme is "If You Want to Cultivate Peace, Protect Creation."
Epiphany - January 3 (USA) Epiphany Traditions | Proclamation of the Date of Easter on Epiphany
The Season of Ordinary Time - begins January 11 Ordinary Time begins on Monday, January 11, 2010 after a break of six weeks for the seasons of Advent and Christmas. We will celebrate the first to the sixth week of Ordinary Time during this time, with the sixth week being interrupted for Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Ordinary Time will return after the Easter season on May 24. More on the Season of Ordinary Time
Other Observances National Migration Week - January 3-9 National Vocation Awareness Week - January 10-16 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - January 18-25 Day of Prayer and Penance for Life - January 22 Catholic Schools' Week - January 31- February 6
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