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"On Sundays and other holy days of obligation, the faithful are to refrain from engaging in work or activities that hinder the worship owed to God, the joy proper to the Lord's Day,
the performance of the works of mercy, and the appropriate relaxation of mind and body.
Family needs or important social service can legitimately excuse from the obligation
of Sunday rest. The faithful should see to it that legitimate excuses do not lead to
habits prejudicial to religion, family life, and health."
Catechism of the Catholic Church 2185
Whenever January 1, the solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God; or August 15, the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin; or November 1, the solemnity of All Saints falls on a Saturday or on a Monday, the obligation to attend Mass is lifted. The faithful, however, are encouraged to attend Mass on those days. -
2024
Monday, January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Thursday, May 9 Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Thursday, August 15 Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday, November 1 Solemnity of All Saints
Monday, December 9 Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Wednesday, December 25 Solemnity of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ -
2025
Wednesday, January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Thursday, May 29 Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Friday, August 15 Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Saturday, November 1 Solemnity of All Saints
Monday, December 8 Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Thursday, December 25 Solemnity of the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ