2022 is Year C in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 2 in the weekday cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in November 2022 here.
Resources for November 2022:
All Saints Day
Tuesday, November 1
November 1 is the Solemnity of All Saints, which is also called All Saints Day. On this day we remember all who were servants of the Lord while here on earth. We ask that they pray for us so that…
All Souls Day
Wednesday, November 2
November 2 is the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day). On this day we pray for loved ones who have departed this earth.Â
St. Charles Borromeo
Friday, November 4
St. Charles Borromeo came from a wealthy family. He is known for his work with the Council of Trent and reforms such as stopping the sale of indulgences and creating seminaries to educate priests. When the plague hit Milan, he…
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C (2022)
Sunday, November 6
The readings for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C ask us how far we are willing to go in practicing our faith and also ask us to consider what the next life will be like. Am I only…
The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Wednesday, November 9
This Lateran Basilica feast day commemorates a building which is called the Basilica of St. John Lateran. The early Christians gathered quietly in their homes. But when the Emperor Constantine converted to Christianity, the followers of Jesus no longer feared…
St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church
Thursday, November 10
St. Leo the Great was a fifth century pope. He was dedicated to the service of the church. During his papacy, he worked for Church unity. He also refuted several heresies
St. Martin of Tours
Friday, November 11
St. Martin of Tours was a 4th century soldier in the Roman military. He lived during a time when Christianity had become legalized in the Roman Empire. He was a catechumen – one being instructed in the Catholic faith in…
St. Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr
Saturday, November 12
St. Josaphat was a 17th century monk who worked for union between Eastern Orthodox churches and the Roman Catholic Church. He was eventually martyred by a mob who opposed the union.
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C (2022)
Sunday, November 13
The readings for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C make us think about the end of the world. We are asked to persevere and prepare for the physical end of the world and for the end of our…
St. Elizabeth of Hungary
Thursday, November 17
St. Elizabeth of Hungary was a princess who was known for her charity. She married at the age of 14, but became a widow just six years later. She was greatly attracted to the philosophy of St. Francis of Assisi.
Solemnity of Christ the King Year C (2022)
Sunday, November 20
The readings for the Solemnity of Christ the King Year C focus on the kingship of Jesus Christ, who is not a king like the rulers of this world. Think about the kingship of Jesus Christ who died for us…
St. Andrew Dung-Lac and Companions – Vietnamese Martyrs
Thursday, November 24
This feast day commemorates 117 Vietnamese martyrs who died between 1820 and 1862. Persecution of Christians was severe during this time period. Missionaries were banned in Vietnam and Christians were required to deny their faith.
1st Sunday of Advent Year A (2022)
Sunday, November 27
The readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent Year A speak of readiness for the coming of Jesus Christ. This is a time to prepare for our Lord to come into our hearts. Here are some ideas.
St. Andrew, Apostle
Wednesday, November 30
St. Andrew is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and the brother of Simon Peter. Jesus called them from their fishing boats and promised to make them “fishers of men”.