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Easter 101
Many people think of Christmas as the most important day in the Christian calendar, but Easter has always been considered the central Christian feast. Learn more about the history and practice of Easter in the Catholic Church.

Easter in the Catholic Church
What does the Catholic Church teach about Easter, the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead? Learn about the history and significance of Easter, the greatest feast in the Catholic Church.

How Is the Date of Easter Calculated?
Easter is a moveable feast, which means that it does not occur on the same date every year. How is the date of Easter determined each year?

What Is the Easter Duty?
The Catholic Church requires all Catholics to receive Communion at least once per year, during the Easter Season. Find out why, and learn the requirements for fulfilling your Easter duty.

Easter Homily of St. John Chrysostom
On Easter Sunday, in many Eastern Rite Catholic and Eastern Orthodox parishes, this homily by St. John Chrysostom is read.

When Is Easter 2007?
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When Is Easter 2008?
Easter, the greatest feast day in the Christian calendar, celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

When Is Easter 2009?
Easter, the greatest feast day in the Christian calendar, celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

When Is Easter 2010?
Easter, the greatest feast day in the Christian calendar, celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

When Is Easter 2011?
Easter, the greatest feast day in the Christian calendar, celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.