We always celebrate the Presentation of the Lord on February 2. Because this date falls on a Sunday this year, it is a part of our liturgy this weekend. It is interesting that even though the Christmas season ends with the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord on January 12, the Vatican and other countries have the tradition of keeping the nativity scene up until the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord on February 2. With Christ being seen as God’s light in the world, his presentation in the Temple was also traditionally known as Candlemass, with a blessing of candles being a part of the celebration ritual of the day. I love all the rituals and traditions that we have in our Catholic faith. It will be about a month from now when we enter the holy season of Lent with Ash Wednesday on March 5. Have a blessed week everyone - Father Lincoln.
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