Happy Feast of Assumption!

Wishing a very Happy Feast of Assumption to our Catholic and Orthodox DPS families celebrating on the 15th of August! 

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

What is Feast of Assumption?  On August 15, the Feast of the Assumption (or simply, “The Assumption)” is widely celebrated all over Christendom. This holy day marks the occasion of the Virgin Mary's bodily ascent to heaven at the end of her life.

A solemn Mass is celebrated in the Church at 10:00 a.m., after which the statue of the Virgin Mary is taken in procession throughout the neighborhood. Assumption celebrations are accompanied by festivals, colorful street processions, fireworks, and pageantry.

Families decorate their prayer corner with flowers, candles, drawings and prayers composed by their children and place in it a statue or an image of Mary. 

 While a “feast” isn't actually required, there is a longstanding tradition of blessing the summer harvest. There are even special “Assumption” recipes incorporated into family dinners.

By Ms Foster (Cultural Studies Specialist)