May is a month filled with beauty, growth, and celebration in the Catholic calendar. As spring blooms in full force, Catholics around the world come together to honor various saints, feast days, and special events that hold significance in their faith. From the joy of Easter still lingering in the air to the anticipation of Pentecost at the end of the month, May is a time of spiritual renewal and community gathering for Catholics.
Feast Days and Celebrations
In May 2026, Catholics will celebrate a variety of feast days and special events that hold deep cultural and religious significance. One of the most notable celebrations is the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima on May 13th, commemorating the apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal in 1917. This feast day is a time for Catholics to reflect on the messages of peace, prayer, and penance that Our Lady of Fatima shared with the world.
Another important feast day in May is the Feast of Saint Matthias the Apostle on May 14th. Saint Matthias was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot among the Twelve Apostles, and his feast day is a reminder of the importance of faith, fidelity, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Catholics around the world will honor Saint Matthias through prayer, reflection, and acts of service to others. These feast days and celebrations in May provide Catholics with opportunities to deepen their faith, strengthen their community bonds, and grow closer to God.
Season of Easter and Pentecost
May is also a time of transition from the Season of Easter to the celebration of Pentecost, which falls on May 31st in 2026. The Season of Easter is a time of great joy and celebration in the Catholic calendar, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the triumph of life over death. As Catholics continue to celebrate the Easter season throughout May, they are reminded of the hope, renewal, and new beginnings that come with the resurrection of Christ.
As the month comes to a close, Catholics look forward to the feast of Pentecost, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and marks the birth of the Church. Pentecost is a time for Catholics to celebrate the presence and power of the Holy Spirit in their lives, guiding them in faith, wisdom, and understanding. Through prayer, reflection, and community gatherings, Catholics will prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost and embark on a new chapter of spiritual growth and renewal.
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Catholic Calendar May 2026
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