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January 1 · Solemnity · White
Mary, Mother of God
The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God closes the octave of Christmas. The Council of Ephesus (431) defended this title — Theotokos, God-bearer — against those who would divide Christ. The day asks the Church to begin every year under her motherhood.
When is the feast of Mary, Mother of God?
The feast is celebrated on January 1 each year, kept as a solemnity in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of Mary, Mother of God?
The feast of Mary, Mother of God is celebrated on January 1 each year, kept as a solemnity in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was Mary, Mother of God?
The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God closes the octave of Christmas. The Council of Ephesus (431) defended this title — Theotokos, God-bearer — against those who would divide Christ. The day asks the Church to begin every year under her…
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