Saturday, August 15, 2026, is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which commemorates the Catholic belief that the Virgin Mary was taken body and soul into heaven. This year In the United States, the obligation to attend Mass is abrogated for this day because it falls on a Saturday. At St. Paul’s, we will celebrate the Vigil Mass on Friday, August 14th at 5:30, and Mass during the day at 8:00 AM Saturday.