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When is Divine Mercy Sunday 2031?

In 2031, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 20, 2031.

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 2031

Ash WednesdayFebruary 26, 2031
Palm SundayApril 6, 2031
Good FridayApril 11, 2031
Easter SundayApril 13, 2031
AscensionMay 22, 2031
PentecostJune 1, 2031

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Divine Mercy Sunday in 2031?

In 2031, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 20, 2031.

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.