BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ExcelNotes - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ExcelNotes X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://excelnotes.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExcelNotes REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013 DTSTAMP:20260422T181010 CREATED:20251112T055143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T055143Z UID:10000757-1762905600-1791849599@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Lady of Aparecida Day (Brazil) DESCRIPTION:Our Lady of Aparecida Day honors Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, the patron saint of Brazil. The day commemorates the 1717 discovery of a small clay statue of the Virgin Mary by fishermen in the Paraíba River\, which became a symbol of hope and faith. Over centuries\, devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida grew into one of Brazil's most cherished traditions. Millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of Aparecida\, one of the largest churches in the world\, to pay tribute. \nWhen is Lady of Aparecida Day?\nLady of Aparecida Day in Brazil is celebrated on October 12 every year. \nThe following is the list of Lady of Aparecida Day from 2020 to 2049. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2020Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2021Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2022Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2023Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2024Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2025Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2026Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2027Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2028Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2029Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2030Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2031Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2032Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2033Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2034Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2035Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2036Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2037Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2038Tuesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2039Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2040Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2041Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2042Sunday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2043Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2044Wednesday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2045Thursday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2046Friday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2047Saturday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2048Monday \n \n Lady of Aparecida DayOct 12\, 2049Tuesday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Lady of Aparecida Day?\nThe devotion to Our Lady of Aparecida began in October 1717\, in the small village of Guaratinguetá\, in the Paraíba Valley of São Paulo state. Local fishermen were struggling to catch fish in the Paraíba River as they prepared for the visit of a regional governor\, Dom Pedro de Almeida e Portugal\, Count of Assumar. \nThree fishermen\, Domingos Garcia\, João Alves\, and Filipe Pedroso\, prayed to the Virgin Mary for help. Casting their nets\, they first pulled up a small clay statue of a headless figure from the river. When they cast their nets again\, they found the missing head. After retrieving and cleaning the statue\, they continued fishing\, and to their astonishment\, their nets filled with fish. \nThe fishermen took this as a miracle\, and word of the event spread quickly. The little dark-skinned clay statue\, later recognized as Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception\, came to be affectionately called Nossa Senhora Aparecida\, meaning "Our Lady Who Appeared". \nThe statue was first kept in the home of Filipe Pedroso\, where neighbors gathered to pray. Reports of miracles and healings attributed to Our Lady of Aparecida multiplied\, and devotion to her spread across the region. In 1745\, a small chapel was built to house the statue\, and by 1834\, a larger church\, the Old Basilica\, was constructed to accommodate growing numbers of pilgrims. \nIn 1904\, Pope Pius X authorized the canonical coronation of Our Lady of Aparecida\, officially recognizing her as a sacred symbol of devotion. Later\, in 1930\, Pope Pius XI declared her the Patroness of Brazil\, cementing her status as a national spiritual figure. \nThe Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida\, built to replace the older church\, began construction in 1955 and was completed in 1980. That same year\, Pope John Paul II visited Brazil and consecrated the new basilica\, recognizing it as one of the largest Marian shrines in the world. In 1980\, the Brazilian government officially established October 12 as a national holiday dedicated to Our Lady of Aparecida\, blending religious reverence with cultural celebration. \nToday\, millions of pilgrims visit the Basilica of Aparecida each year\, especially on October 12\, walking\, cycling or even traveling long distances on foot to express devotion and gratitude. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/lady-of-aparecida-day-brazil/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lady-of-Aparecida-Day-Brazil.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226 DTSTAMP:20260422T181010 CREATED:20241215T204016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T052402Z UID:10000063-1766620800-1766707199@excelnotes.com SUMMARY:Christmas Day DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day is one of the most widely observed and culturally significant holidays around the world. It traditionally commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ\, although it has also become a widely celebrated cultural holiday\, often observed even by non-Christians. The ways that Christmas is celebrated vary greatly across different cultures and regions. \nTable of Contents\n\nWhen is Christmas Day?\nThe History of Christmas Day?\nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nWho was Pope Julius I?\n\nWhen is Christmas Day?\nChristmas Day is celebrated annually on December 25 following the Western Christian tradition\, which includes the Roman Catholic Church and most Protestant denominations. Please note that some Eastern Orthodox Churches celebrate Christmas on January 7. The following is the list of Christmas Day. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n HolidayDateWeekday\n\n\n\n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2020Friday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2021Saturday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2022Sunday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2023Monday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2024Wednesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2025Thursday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2026Friday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2027Saturday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2028Monday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2029Tuesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2030Wednesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2031Thursday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2032Saturday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2033Sunday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2034Monday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2035Tuesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2036Thursday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2037Friday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2038Saturday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2039Sunday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2040Tuesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2041Wednesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2042Thursday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2043Friday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2044Sunday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2045Monday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2046Tuesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2047Wednesday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2048Friday \n \n Christmas DayDecember 25\, 2049Saturday \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe History of Christmas Day\nThe history of Christmas Day is a blend of Christian and folk traditions. \nBefore Christianity\, Europeans celebrated light and birth in the darkest days of winter. Many people rejoiced during the winter solstice. In Scandinavia\, the Norse celebrated Yule from December 21\, the winter solstice\, through January. In recognition of the return of the sun\, fathers and sons would bring home large logs and set on fire. The people would feast until the log burned out. The Norse believed that each spark from the fire represented a new pig or calf that would be born during the coming year. \nThe end of December was a perfect time for celebration in most areas of Europe. At that time of year\, most cattle were slaughtered making it the only time of year when a supply of fresh meat was available. In Rome\, Saturnalia\, a holiday in honor of Saturn\, the god of agriculture\, was celebrated. Saturnalia was a hedonistic time when food and drink were plentiful. \nIn the fourth century\, church officials decided to institute the birth of Jesus as a holiday. Unfortunately\, the Bible does not mention a date for his birth\, Pope Julius I chose December 25. It is commonly believed that the church chose this date to adopt the traditions of the Saturnalia festival. First called the Feast of the Nativity\, the custom spread to Egypt by 432 and to England by the end of the sixth century. By the end of the eighth century\, the celebration of Christmas had spread the way to Scandinavia. \nToday\, Christmas is a time for family and friends to get together and exchange gifts. Christmas traditions vary greatly from continent to continent\, but they all center around celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ in a spirit of joy and generosity. \n \nWhat Do People Do on This Day?\nOn Christmas Day\, people around the world engage in a variety of traditions and activities\, often centered around family\, generosity\, and community celebration. The specifics can vary greatly depending on cultural and personal preferences. Here are five common ways people celebrate this day: \n– Family Gatherings: Many people spend Christmas Day with family. This can involve traveling to be with relatives or hosting family members at home. It's a time for reunion and enjoying each other's company. \n– Gift Exchange: Exchanging gifts is a central tradition of Christmas for many people. This often involves giving and receiving presents among family and friends\, which are typically opened on Christmas morning. \n– Religious Services: For Christians\, attending church services is a significant part of Christmas Day. These services celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and often include readings from the Bible\, Christmas hymns\, and a sermon or message. \n– Charity and Generosity: Many people use Christmas as a time to engage in acts of charity and kindness\, such as donating to the less fortunate\, volunteering at shelters\, or participating in community events. \n– Decorations: Homes are often decorated for the season\, featuring Christmas trees\, lights\, wreaths\, and other festive decorations. The display of Nativity scenes\, depicting the birth of Jesus\, is also common in Christian households. \nEach of these activities contributes to the festive atmosphere of Christmas Day\, making it a time of joy\, celebration and warmth for many people around the world. \nWho was Pope Julius I?\nPope Julius I was an important figure in the early Christian church and is best known for his role in the establishment of December 25 as the official date for celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ\, which later became known as Christmas. \nJulius I served as Pope from February 6\, 337 until his death on April 12\, 352. His papacy occurred during a time when the Christian Church was still developing its structures and doctrines in the wake of the Roman Empire's adoption of Christianity as the state religion under Emperor Constantine. \nOne of the most significant actions attributed to Pope Julius I was the setting of December 25 as the date for Christmas. This decision was partly a strategic move to Christianize popular pagan celebrations occurring around the winter solstice. \nJulius I also contributed to the administrative structure of the early Church. He is credited with establishing certain ecclesiastical regulations and governance structures\, although specific details are sparse. \nThe decision to set December 25 as the date for Christmas had a lasting impact on Christian culture and the wider cultural landscape. It helped to integrate Christian celebration with existing winter festivals\, leading to the rich tapestry of Christmas traditions observed today. URL:https://excelnotes.com/holiday/christmas-day/ CATEGORIES:Christianity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://excelnotes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/christmas-day.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR