Holy Days

of

Obligation


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In the Catholic Church, Holy Days of Obligation are the days on which the faithful are obliged to participate in the Mass. They also abstain from unnecessary works, "which hinder the worship to be rendered to God, the joy proper to the Lord’s day, or the suitable relaxation of mind and body." (Canon 1247 of the Code of Canon Law).


All Sundays are obligatory for the faithful to participate in the Mass. Mass times for Sundays and Holy Days can be found in the bulletin.


Holy Days Obligation 2026


Date Day Holy Day of Obligation
January 1, 2026 Wednesday Solemity of Mary, Mother of God
May 14, 2026 Thursday Ascension of Jesus
August 15, 2026 Saturday** Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary
November 1, 2026 Sunday All Saints' Day
December 8, 2026 Tuesday The Immaculate Conception of The Blessed Virgin Mary
December 25, 2026 Friday Christmas

 **When a feast falls on either a Monday or a Saturday the obligation is removed.