Quick answer: Ordinary Time is the long green season after Pentecost. Green stoles symbolise growth, discipleship and the steady life of the Church.
Ordinary Time is the long stretch of the Church year after Pentecost. It is not “ordinary” in the sense of unimportant; the green vestments speak of growth, patience and discipleship. This guide focuses on the season and the stoles that work best for it.
Why choose stoles for Ordinary Time?
Because green is worn so often, comfort and durability matter. A green stole should drape cleanly, resist creasing and remain colour-fast. Our selection includes jacquard, silk and embroidered green stoles for parish and personal use.
When to wear them
- Ordinary Time, from the day after Pentecost
- Weekday Masses and parish celebrations
- Votive Masses
- Some Marian feasts, depending on local custom
- Church events outside the major seasons
Shop green stoles for Ordinary Time
Below are 12 current styles in this colour group. Prices are shown for reference; see each product page for current price, stock and options.
- Deacon's green stole - Jerusalem crosses embroidery — $68.00
- Green sermon stole, short, sewn-on crosses (5) — $68.00
- Deacon's stole with clasp — $79.00
- Priest's stole - Jerusalem Cross (1) — $80.00
- Embroidered stole - liturgical colors (9) — $87.00
- Embroidered stole Jerusalem Cross - liturgical colors (46) — $88.00
- Alpha and Omega priest's stole - embroidered (4) — $96.00
- Embroidered stole - liturgical colors (63) — $96.00
- Priest's stole cross and ears - embroidered (5) — $99.00
- Embroidered stole for concelebration - liturgical colors (2) — $100.00
- Embroidered stole for concelebration - liturgical colors (5) — $100.00
- Embroidered stole - liturgical colors (3) — $104.00
Prices checked 2026-11-05. Availability and prices may change.
Materials and embroidery
Because Ordinary Time runs for many weeks, green stoles need to withstand repeated use. Look for a breathable lining, a fabric that drapes cleanly and embroidery that does not catch on other vestments. Many parishes keep two or three green stoles in rotation.
What colour is Ordinary Time?
Green. The season focuses on growth, discipleship and the steady life of the Church.
How long is Ordinary Time?
It runs from the day after Pentecost to the First Sunday of Advent, and also includes the weeks after Christmas before Lent.
How do you choose a green stole for Ordinary Time?
Look for a medium-to-deep green, a breathable lining and embroidery that does not catch on other vestments. Durability matters more than heavy decoration.
