It's a day of holy obligation. January 1 marks the Solemnity of Mary, a day the honors the role of Mary as the Mother of God, according to the Liturgical Calendar for the Dioceses of America.

When a holy day of obligation falls on a Sunday and so is transferred to another day, the Catholic faithful are encouraged to ...

Pope Francis celebrated first vespers for the vigil of the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter’s Basilica... Read more ...