Liturgical Calendar 1997

Frequently asked questions

When is Easter 1997?

Easter Sunday 1997 is Sunday, March 30, 1997 on the General Roman Calendar.

When is Ash Wednesday 1997?

Ash Wednesday 1997 is Wednesday, February 12, 1997—the start of Lent.

What is a solemnity in the liturgical calendar?

A solemnity is one of the Church's greatest feast days—Easter, Christmas, Pentecost, and others. Mass and the Liturgy of the Hours give them first place.

Which liturgical calendar is this?

Dates follow the General Roman Calendar for 1997, including regional solemnities and penance days where they apply.