Friday March 29, 2024

Corpus Christi


Oil painting of Parishioners outside Catholic Cathedral

The next upcoming Corpus Christi is on Thursday May 30th, 2024.

Celebration\ Observance

It is celebrated by a big feast with the family. Mystery plays have become a popular attendance during this holiday as well.

History

It started in the second half of the 13th century in Europe when nun called Juliana of Liège said that she had been hearing God telling her to make a feast day for the Eucharist. Eventually she got the holiday granted, but it didn't take until after her death.


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