
Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated by Catholics each year on Aug. 15. The day celebrates the assumption of Mary's body and soul into heaven.
It's also called the Feast of the Assumption or the Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God. Gabriele Regalbuto is an SEO editor at Fox News Digital. Gabriele has a Journalism and Communications degree from West Virginia University. She has worked to produce content for newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms. At Fox, she has assisted in coverage of breaking news events including Queen Elizabeth II's death, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and the 2022 midterm elections.
Here is further background on the day, including why it is important to the Catholic Church and traditional methods to celebrate the day.