Colors of the Church

Throughout the year, the color of paraments in the sanctuary will change based on the season of the Church Year.

Advent begins the Christian New Year. It is a time of waiting and preparation for the birth of Jesus. Blue is used to symbolize Christ and reminds us that during Advent the church waits with Mary for the birth of Jesus.

Christmas is a time of celebration of the birth of Jesus. White is used to symbolize joy in the light of day.

Epiphany is part of the "Time of the Church", where the good news of Christ is shared. Green is used to symbolize growth.

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent. Black is used to symbolize ashes which are a symbol that we have come from dust and one day will return to dust.

Lent is a time to look inward and reflect on our readiness to follow Jesus on his journey towards the cross. Purple is used to symbolize preparation.

Palm Sunday represents the time where Jesus enters into Jerusalem. Red is used to symbolize blood.

Maundy Thursday represents the Last Supper. White is used to symbolize rejoicing in the sacrament of Holy Communion.

Good Friday represents the death of Jesus on the cross. Black is used to symbolize the inside of a tomb.

Easter represents Jesus conquering death. Gold is used to symbolize a celebration of the resurrection.

Pentecost represents the day the Holy Spirit overpowered the barriers of culture and race. Red is used to symbolize the Holy Spirit.

The Season After Pentecost is a continuation of the "Time of the Church" that began during Epiphany. Green is used to symbolize growth.