Celebrate the Mother of the Church: Mark the Date for 2024

Feast Day Significance and Celebration

The Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, holds a special significance in the Catholic liturgical calendar. It recognizes Mary's unique role as the spiritual mother of all believers and the intercessor between humanity and Christ.

Date for 2024

This year, the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, falls on Monday, May 20, 2024. It is celebrated the Monday following the Solemnity of Pentecost, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles.

A day of Prayer and Reflection

On this day, Catholics are encouraged to offer prayers and devotions to Mary, expressing gratitude for her intercession and guidance. Masses and processions are held in churches worldwide, providing a time for reflection on the role of the Mother of the Church in the spiritual lives of all Christians.