Liturgical Year Resources
Liturgical Observance for 2026
The Holy Days of Obligation are now available on line in both English and Spanish. Please click on the link below for the information:
Resources for the Vigil Mass on Saturday, July 4th and 250th Anniversary Celebration
Theme: Gratitude for Our Freedom and Renewal of Our Responsibility
Intro: As we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our nation’s independence, we gather first and foremost as disciples of Jesus Christ. We come together to give thanks to Almighty God for the blessings of freedom enjoyed by our country and to pray for our nation, its leaders, and its people.
As Christians, we recognize that true freedom is a gift from God and finds its fullest expression in Jesus Christ. This celebration is not merely patriotic; it is an opportunity to reflect on the responsibilities that accompany our freedoms and to renew our commitment to use them in service to God and to one another.
May this Eucharist deepen our gratitude, strengthen our faith, and inspire us to work for justice, peace, unity, and the common good. Let us now prepare our hearts to celebrate these sacred mysteries.
- Invite parishioners to write prayers for the nation and place them in a basket before Mass.
- Inviting the 4th Degree Knights to assist with the procession.
- Encouraging those currently serving or veterans to wear their uniforms to Mass.
- Invite to come in unform: fire department, boy’s scouts, girl’s scouts (reserve pews)
- Selecting patriotic music for the recessional.
Prayer of the Faithful: Click here
Recognition of Service men and women (after the announcements)
Before the final blessing we will invite veterans, active military personnel, first responders, healthcare workers, and teachers to stand and be recognized. Offer a brief prayer of gratitude for their service. Click here
Final Blessing; Before the blessing:
“May the Sacred Heart of Jesus watch over our nation, bless our families, protect those who serve the common good, and inspire us to use our freedom in the service of God and neighbor.”
Recessional Hymn: America the Beautiful
Its prayerful tone makes it an appropriate and uplifting conclusion to this celebration of faith, gratitude, and national renewal.
Hospitality: With hot dogs and apple pie? Lemonade? Other options?
2025 Liturgical Year Resources:
November 1, 2025 (Saturday): All Saints Day
- NOT a Holy Day of obligation this year
- Funeral Masses are permitted.
- Ritual Mass not permitted(Weddings, Quinceañeras, etc.).
- On Saturday evening, any normally scheduled anticipated Masses should be for Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed
November 2, 2025 (Sunday): Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
- When November 2 falls on a Sunday, the Mass celebrated is that of the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed
- Gloriais omitted.
- Creed is said.
- Funeral Masses are permitted.
November 7, 2025 (Friday) FEAST OF SAINT DIDACUS (SAN DIEGO DE ALCALÁ),
PRINCIPAL PATRON OF THE DIOCESE OF SAN DIEGO.
- For the Order of Prayer, suggested readings, and Universal Prayer please click HERE.
November 9, 2025 (Sunday) Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
- When November 9 falls on a Sunday, the Mass celebrated is that of the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
- On Saturday evening, November 8, any normally scheduled anticipated Masses should be for Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
December 8, 2025 (Monday) The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Holy Day of obligation
- No Vigil Mass for the Immaculate Conception on Sunday, Dec. 7. All Masses for Dec. 7 will be celebrated as the 2nd Sunday of Advent.
- Funeral Mass not permitted.
- Ritual Mass not permitted.
Feast Of Our Principal Patron San Diego De Alcalá
November 7, 2025 (Friday) FEAST OF SAINT DIDACUS (SAN DIEGO DE ALCALÁ), PRINCIPAL PATRON OF THE DIOCESE OF SAN DIEGO.
For the Order of Prayer, suggested readings, and Universal Prayer please click below:
Liturgical Preparation Aid for Advent and Christmas 2024 -2025 Year C
The annual preparation aid provided by the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions (FDLC), is available currently in English.
The Disposal and Replacement of the Paschal Candle
What is the appropriate protocol to dispose of old paschal candles?