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February 2 · Feast · White

Presentation of the Lord

Forty days after Christmas, the Church remembers Mary and Joseph bringing the infant Christ to the Temple. Simeon's prayer — 'a light to the nations' — gives this day its other name: Candlemas.

When is the feast of Presentation of the Lord?

The feast is celebrated on February 2 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of Presentation of the Lord?

The feast of Presentation of the Lord is celebrated on February 2 each year, kept as a feast in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was Presentation of the Lord?

Forty days after Christmas, the Church remembers Mary and Joseph bringing the infant Christ to the Temple. Simeon's prayer — 'a light to the nations' — gives this day its other name:…

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Attend Mass if you can, read about the saint's life, and ask their prayers for your intentions. Liturgical Living shows you the saint of every day and can count down to your own patron's feast.

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