Holy Days of Obligation

On these days, in addition to Sundays, we are obliged to participate in the Eucharistic Celebration and to abstain from all unnecessary work – especially work that involves physical labor.

January 1, The Solemnity of the Mother of God
Ascension Thursday, 40 days after Easter
August 15, the Assumption
November 1, All Saints’ Day
December 8, the Immaculate Conception
December 25, Christmas Day