Hey there,
Happy Easter!
Yes, you read that right.
And no this is not last week’s issue of Genuflect.
I know Easter Sunday has come and gone.
But Easter has just begun!
While most people are done celebrating the resurrection of our Lord, we Catholics are just getting started.
In fact, we’ve got 39 more days to go in the Easter season … in the Eastertide.
39 more days to celebrate the joy … in our hearts and in our lives.
This week’s issue of Genuflect covers what Eastertide is, why we celebrate for 50 days, and more importantly, how we can continue the Easter joy in our hearts until Pentecost.
Have a blessed Easter season!
Keep Believing-
Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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50 Days of Easter
We celebrated Easter last Sunday. But in the Catholic Church our celebration continues. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of the Easter season.
Celebrating All The Days of Easter | Catholic Standard
Eastertide Infographic
If you’re a more visual learner, here is an infographic that explains all the celebrations during the 50 days of the Easter season.
The Forgotten Season of Eastertide, Explained in One Infographic | ChurchPOP
No Old Testament Readings
The Old Testament has (almost) never been read at the Eucharist during the Easter season. Here’s who started this practice and why.
Why Are There No Old Testament Readings During the Easter Season? | Busted Halo
A Time to Celebrate
We fast during Lent and we put out an Advent Wreath for Christmas. But what do we do during the Eastertide season between Easter and Pentecost? Here are some ideas.
These 50 Days of Grace | National Catholic Register
8 Ways to Continue Easter Joy
It can be a challenge to continue the joy throughout the full Easter Season. Here’s a slideshow with 8 things you can do between now and Pentecost.
8 Ways to Continue The Joy of Easter | Aleteia
25 Ways to Celebrate Life
The season of Easter is about celebrating life. Life is all around us, but we may not notice the ordinary. Here are 25 ways to celebrate life each day throughout the Easter season and beyond.
25 Ways to Celebrate Life This Easter Season | A Sacred Journey
The 1 Thing Jesus Asks of us
“There is one thing that Jesus always asks us to do, but practically begs us to do during Easter.” Are you going to do it?
Will You do The One Thing The Risen Jesus Asks? | Aleteia
Divine Mercy Sunday
This Sunday is Divine Mercy Sunday. If you’re not familiar with it, don’t feel bad. It was established in 2000, so it’s relatively new. Here’s a look back at our coverage of this special day and what you need to know.
Living a Merciful Life | Genuflect
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