How to celebrate holy days of obligation
Holy days of obligation are important days in the Catholic Church that honor special events or special people.
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Ignatius of Loyola: a saint for difficult times
When Ignatius of Loyola (Feast Day July 31) found himself bedridden with a shattered leg, all of his big dreams and plans were history. Arrogant, stubborn, and hot-tempered, Ignatius was … Learn More
Why isn’t the Annunciation celebrated on March 25 this year?
This year it will take place on April 8.
Catholics celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Dec. 8
It is also a tradition in many places to set up their nativity on this day.
The days of Holy Week and what they mean
Holy Week is the most sacred week in the liturgical year.
Reaching out in faith: Holy days of obligation, vegetarians in Lent (Column)
Q: Why do Holy Days of Obligation differ from year to year, diocese to diocese, and around the world? (Los Angeles, California) A: Holy days of obligation — days when … Learn More