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When is Divine Mercy Sunday 2027?

In 2027, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 4, 2027.

Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the Second Sunday of Easter, one week after Easter. It was established for the universal Church by Pope John Paul II in the year 2000, drawing on the devotion associated with Saint Faustina Kowalska.

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Key liturgical dates in 2027

Ash WednesdayFebruary 10, 2027
Palm SundayMarch 21, 2027
Good FridayMarch 26, 2027
Easter SundayMarch 28, 2027
AscensionMay 6, 2027
PentecostMay 16, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Divine Mercy Sunday in 2027?

In 2027, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 4, 2027.

Why does the date of Divine Mercy Sunday change each year?

Its date depends on the date of Easter, which is a movable feast set as the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the spring equinox. Because Easter moves, so do the feasts calculated from it.