In continental Reformed history, there has been the practice of mandating special 'holy' days. Church orders specified that the church was required to observe these services. Today, in the United Reformed Churches in North America, we have the freedom to observe them, but they are not 'required'. “Special services may be called in observance of Christmas Day, Good Friday, Ascension Da, as well as in times of great distress or blessing. Attention should also be given to Easter and Pentecost on their respective Lord’s Days” (Church Order, article 37).
What are the benefits of keeping to a schedule that follows the church calendar? These are a few.
Thoughts on the Church Calendar from Danny Hyde.
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