On the feast of the Presentation of the Lord there is an ancient tradition of blessing of candles that will be used during liturgies during the year.
On the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, Sunday 2nd of February 2025, there will be the traditional blessing of candles at all Masses. People are welcome to bring their own candles that they use at their home altars to be included in the blessing.
Blessing of Throats
On Monday 3rd of February 2025, Feast of Saint Blaise, the traditional blessing of throats against sickness, will happen during the 11 am Mass. The blessing uses two candles that were blessed on the Feast of the Presentation.