This week is a WEEK OF HOLIDAYS on the liturgical calendar, especially in the Latin (Western) observance.
There is a convergence of fixed celebrations and feasts that vary depending on the date of Easter (which was late this year). Hence we have a rather exceptional week of Summer holidays in which to rejoice and give thanks to the Lord for His glory and His love (never forget to be joyful), and also to honor His servants:
June 23: Corpus Christi Sunday.
June 24: Solemnity of the Birth of St John the Baptist
June 28: Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
June 29: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
June 30: Sunday!
Yes, June 30 is "only" a "regular" Sunday, but let's not take it for granted.
Every Sunday is a holiday, a "little Easter," a day for worship, for joy, for rest from our toils, for special attention to being with those we love, for sharing love with others.
We need Sunday. When Sunday is forgotten, the world grows sad and cruel. But we have been created for joy.
Happy Holidays!! 😊
