Special name for the first day of the week in the New Testament. This day was chosen to honor the day on which Our Lord rose from the dead. On this day the faithful are obliged to hear Mass and rest from all servile works.
Special name for the first day of the week in the New Testament. This day was chosen to honor the day on which Our Lord rose from the dead. On this day the faithful are obliged to hear Mass and rest from all servile works.
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