Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Is January 1st a Holy Day of Obligation?

April 26, 2017culture Holy january 1 obligation Religion Society spirituality St

0

Posted

Is January 1st a Holy Day of Obligation?

1 Answer

0

Posted

Catholicism has January 1st as a Holy Day of Obligation, yes. It is the Feast of the Presentation, when Mary brought Jesus to the temple to be blessed and to be herself blessed, according to Jewish law at that time.