During this period, the Te Deum is omitted from the Liturgy of the Hours, and deacons wear folded chasubles instead of dalmatics.
During this period, the Te Deum is omitted from the Liturgy of the Hours, and deacons wear folded chasubles instead of dalmatics. Vestments used during this period are often Sarum blue, and it begins on Levavi. In the Anglican church, the Sunday before this period is colloquially known as Stir-up Sunday. In Methodism, it is preceded by a period known as (*) Kingdomtide, although it is preceded by the feast of Christ the King in most Christian denominations, making it the beginning of the Liturgical year. This period's name comes from a translation of the Greek word parousia. It features Gaudete Sunday, on which a pink or rose colored candle is lit, in contrast to the purple candles lit on the other three Sundays of this season. For ten points, name this Christian season that takes place in November and December, in preparation for Christmas
During this period, the Te Deum is omitted from the Liturgy of the Hours, and deacons wear folded chasubles instead of dalmatics.
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