The month of May in the Catholic calendar is a time of joy, celebration, and devotion. As spring blooms in full force, Catholics around the world come together to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary, saints, and special feast days. The month of May is known as the month of Mary, a time when Catholics reflect on the life and virtues of the Mother of God.
Feast of the Ascension
One of the key events in the Catholic calendar in May is the Feast of the Ascension. Celebrated on the 40th day of Easter, this feast commemorates the bodily ascension of Jesus into heaven. It is a time to reflect on Jesus’ promise to send the Holy Spirit and to prepare for the upcoming feast of Pentecost. Many Catholics attend Mass and participate in special prayers and devotions on this day to honor the significance of Jesus’ ascension.
Another important celebration in May is the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. This feast day commemorates the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. Catholics around the world honor Mary’s messages of prayer, penance, and devotion to her Immaculate Heart. Many parishes hold special Masses, processions, and prayers in honor of Our Lady of Fatima during this time. It is a time to renew one’s commitment to prayer and to seek Mary’s intercession for peace and conversion in the world.
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Catholic Calendar May 2026
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