Election of the Lord

The Solemnity of the Election of the Lord (Selucian: Sollemnitas Electionis Domini), also known as Presbyter Spiritus or Elias Presbyter, is a Hosian feast in the Aurorian tradition, commemorating the elevation of Eliyahu to the Yeudish Priesthood as a young man. Election celebrates the Eternal High Priesthood of Eliyahu, and is commemorated with a procession of light into the Church to commemorate the presentation of Eliyahu at the Temple for his election to the priesthood. Election of the Lord ends Spirittide, the 40 days after Spiritmass. The Sunday after Election celebrates Baptism of the Lord. In many church provinces, the two are celebrated together on the Sunday instead.