February 2 is the 40th day after Christmas. It is the feast day known as the Presentation of the Lord (in the Novus Ordo calendar) or the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary (in the traditional Catholic calendar).

This day is also known as Candlemas Day because of a long-standing tradition of blessing candles on that day and processing into the church with blessed candles. 

We will have a special sung Mass on February 2 at 7:00 pm, with Gregorian Chant. The Mass will be preceded by a blessing of candles and a procession with the blessed candles. The procession will take place inside the church.

Candles will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring candles with you from home to have them blessed on that day.

Candlemas Day is traditionally the end of the Christmas Season, which used to be celebrated for 40 days (like the Season of Lent).