Liturgical color today
Liturgical colors for the week ahead
| Date | Color | Celebration |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, October 19, 2026 | Red | USA: Saints John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs |
| Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
| Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
| Thursday, October 22, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
| Friday, October 23, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
| Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
| Sunday, October 25, 2026 | Green | 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
| Monday, October 26, 2026 | Green | Weekday |
What the liturgical colors mean
White
Joy, purity and the glory of the risen Christ. Used in the Christmas and Easter seasons, on feasts of the Lord (other than of his Passion), of the Blessed Virgin Mary, of the angels, and of saints who were not martyrs. Gold or silver may replace white on solemn days.
Red
The fire of the Holy Spirit and the blood of martyrs. Used on Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Pentecost, celebrations of the Lord's Passion, and feasts of apostles, evangelists and martyrs.
Green
Hope and growth in the life of faith. Used throughout Ordinary Time, the longest season of the Church year.
Violet
Penance, preparation and waiting. Used during Advent and Lent, and it may be used at funerals and Masses for the dead.
Rose
Restrained joy in the middle of a penitential season. May be used on Gaudete Sunday (Third Sunday of Advent) and Laetare Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Lent).
Black
Mourning and prayer for the dead. May be used at funerals and on All Souls' Day where it is customary.
Colors follow the General Roman Calendar as observed in the United States. Your diocese or parish may celebrate a local feast with a different color.