The Octave of Christmas and Other Celebrations in the Catholic Church Tradition in December, January, and February
Christmas is celebrated for eight days, from Christmas time to New Year's, and this festive period is called the Octave of Christmas. Octave means 8.
The Octave of Christmas is an eight-day period of celebration in the Catholic Church tradition to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ as one continuous feast. This celebration begins on December 25th and ends on January 1st.
The Catholic Church views the Mystery of Christ's Birth as so great that it cannot be celebrated on just one day. Therefore, each day of these eight days is celebrated with the same degree of glory as Christmas itself.
Octave of Christmas:
- December 25: Christmas Day and the Feast of the Birth of the Lord Jesus the Savior
- December 26: Feast of Saint Stephen, the First Martyr
- December 27: Feast of Saint John, Apostle and Gospel Writer
- December 28: Feast of the Holy Child, Martyr
- December 29: Feast of the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary and Joseph)
- December 30-31: New Year Celebration
- January 1: Feast of Saint Mary, Mother of Lord
The Octave of Christmas reflects the Personality of Jesus Christ:
- Jesus is the Bringer of Joy to those who believe in Him
- Jesus is the Herald of Good News to those who hear Him
- Jesus is the Strongest Fortress for people who will be attacked by evil people in this world
- Jesus is the Almighty who blesses all families who believe in Him
Don't forget, at the New Year's Party, to always ask Lord through the intercession of Our Lady Mary to always bless us in our life journey in the new year.
Other celebrations that deserve attention include:
- December 24: Christmas Eve / Christmas Vigil
- January 4: Solemnity of the Epiphany
- January 11: Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord
- January 25: Solemnity of the Conversion of Saint Paul, Apostle
- February 2: Solemnity of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple (Feast of Lights)
- February 22: Solemnity of the Chair of Saint Peter, Apostle
Note: The dates of some Solemnities and Feast Days may change each year.
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