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Pentecost
The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles — the birthday of the Church.
📅 May 24🌙 Lunar calendar
✦ Why It Matters
Pentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples 50 days after Easter, as described in Acts 2. It is considered the birth of the Christian church and the beginning of its mission.
✦ How It Is Observed
Church services often featuring red vestments (symbolizing fire), reading Acts 2, sometimes renewal of baptismal vows. In some traditions, speaking in tongues and charismatic worship.
✦ Sacred Text
“They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.”
— Acts 2:3-4 ↗
Note on dates: This holiday follows a lunar or lunisolar calendar. The date shown is approximate for 2025–2026. Exact dates may vary by one or two days depending on moon sighting and regional tradition. Always confirm with your local community.