For users with access to iCal compatible computers and devices, data files have been prepared based on the CommonPrayer website Ordo Calendar which can be downloaded as iCal (.ics) files and then imported by programs such as Microsoft Outlook and Apple's iCal. This allows users to effectively add a copy of the Ordo Calendar to the electronic calendars on their PC's, PDA's, etc.

These files are intended as a resource for individuals to use with their own PC's, PDA's, or other personal electronic devices. They may be downloaded by individuals only for their own personal use. The files are copyrighted, and any commerical use, sale or distribution is expressly prohibited. No links to the files may be made on other web-pages without including authorship information and copyright notification.
These files have been successfully loaded into Microsoft Outlook 2002, on a Windows-based PC running Windows XP; and also on an iMac running OS X 10.3.9 and iCal 1.5.5. While the iCal files should be accepted by other software, compatibility with other organizer/calendar programs and operating systems cannot be guaranteed.


How to Download:
Windows users can either:
a) Left-click on the link for the file. You should get a pop-up window asking you to "Open, Save, or Cancel". Select save, and specify the location on your computer where you want to place the iCal file.

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b) Right-click on the link for the file, and select "Save Target As" from the menu displayed. Then, specify the file name and the location on your computer where you want to place the iCal file.


Mac users should turn off the "Open 'Safe' files after downloading" feature in Safari's "Preferences - General", and then download the desired iCal file.

How to Import:
Consult the documentation for your Organize/Calendar software. For example,
In Microsoft Outlook, click:
    "File"
        "Import & Export"
            "Import an iCalendar or vCalendar file (.vcs)"
                Locate the file, and continue as prompted

In Apple iCal:
    "File"
        "Import"
            "Import an iCal file"
                Locate the file, and continue as prompted


Annually Recurring Holy/Saints Days

These are "fixed date" occurrences, which always happen the same day of the year, unless transferred due to a conflict with another Holy Day of higher precedence.

There are two groups of files to pick from. The first treats all these days as recurring, so once they are imported they will show up in the calendar every year. This eliminates the need for annual calendar imports. The second group treats the data as one-time appointments for the current calendar year, and if future years are desired they will have to be imported separately.


GROUP 1
The data is listed as recurring all-day appointments (free time) which continue forward with no end date. They are placed in the Category "Ordo Calendar"

There are three versions, similar to the different versions of the Ordo Calendar:

Recurring Holy/Saints Days strictly from the 1928 BCP Calendar

Recurring Holy/Saints Days for Anglo-Catholic observances NOT in the 1928 BCP Calendar

Recurring Holy/Saints Days for 1928 BCP AND Anglo-Catholic observances


GROUP 2
The data is listed as one-time all-day appointments (free time) for the current calendar year. They are placed in the Category "Ordo Calendar"


There are three versions, similar to the different versions of the Ordo Calendar:

Recurring Holy/Saints Days strictly from the 1928 BCP Calendar

Recurring Holy/Saints Days for Anglo-Catholic observances NOT in the 1928 BCP Calendar

Recurring Holy/Saints Days for 1928 BCP AND Anglo-Catholic observances



Variable Date Holy/Saints Days

These are occurrences such as Sundays, Easter, Ember Days, and Ascension which happen on various dates. Any "transferred" recurring Holy/Saints days are also included. All of the variable-date Holy Days are from the 1928 BCP.

The data is listed as one-time all-day appointments (free time) for the current calendar year. They are placed in the Category "Ordo Calendar"

2010 Variable Holy/Saints Days

2009 Variable Holy/Saints Days



Annual Liturgical Calendar

This includes an entry for every day of the year, listing what that day is according to the 1928 BCP Calendar/Lectionary. Variable and fixed Holy/Saints days, Sundays, and weekdays all have entries. This does NOT include any of the Anglo-Catholic observances.

The data is listed as one-time all-day appointments (free time) for the current calendar year. They are placed in the Category "Ordo Calendar"

2010 Complete 1928 BCP Liturgical Calendar

2009 Complete 1928 BCP Liturgical Calendar

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