Catholic Days and Seasons
Events
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World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life
In 1997, Saint John Paul II, instituted a day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life – consecrated to God by the vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience. Please pray for all those who have made commitments in the consecrated life, and be sure to thank them on their special day.
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Feast of the Annunciation
The Feast of the Annunciation celebrates the Archangel Gabriel’s announcement to the Virgin Mary that she would become the mother of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
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Anniversary of the Beatification of Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska (1993)
On April 18, 1993, Pope John Paul II beatified Mother Mary Angela, citing her profound love and care for the suffering. Her beatification followed the certified miracle of Lillian Halasinski’s cure from diabetic neuropathy in 1984, attributed to her prayers. The Felician Sisters are advancing her cause for canonization.
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Feast of St. Felix of Cantalice
St. Felix of Cantalice, a 16th-century Capuchin friar, was known for his humble begging and constant blessing of others with "Deo Gratias!" He died on May 18, 1587.
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Feast Day of St. Clare
St. Clare of Assisi, inspired by St. Francis, founded the Poor Clares and embraced a life of "privilege of perfect poverty," rejecting marriage plans from her wealthy parents. She died on August 11, 1253.
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Assumption of Mary
The Feast of the Assumption honors the day the Blessed Virgin Mary was taken body and soul into heaven.
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Feast of Our Lady of Częstochowa
Our Lady of Częstochowa, also known as the Black Madonna, is a revered painting of the Blessed Virgin with the Child Jesus. She is the Patron and Protector of Poland under this title.
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Stigmata of St. Francis
St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscans, is said to have received the stigmata in 1224 after an angelic vision.
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Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan orders, was a compassionate Italian saint known for his care for the poor, lepers and deep love of nature. He died in 1226 at Portiuncula, Italy.
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Feast Day of Blessed Mary Angela
Discover the life of Blessed Mary Angela Truszkowska, founder of the Felician Sisters. Born in 1825, her legacy of compassion and service in Poland continues to inspire today.
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Feast of the Presentation of Mary
The Feast of the Presentation of Mary honors the day Saints Joachim and Anne brought the young Virgin Mary to the Temple in Jerusalem to consecrate her to God.
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Feast Day of Immaculate Conception
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception celebrates Mary’s conception without original sin.
