Blessing of Candles

On February 1-2, we mark the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. In next Sunday’s Gospel, the Infant Jesus is presented in the temple, and Simeon, a “righteous and devout” man, recognizes the child as the Christ, “a light for revelation to the Gentiles”.Traditionally on this feast, the Church blesses candles that will be used in the liturgy, reminding us that Christ is the light of the world. Candles will be blessed at each of the Masses.If you have candles that you use in prayer in your own homes, you are welcome to bring them to be blessed at the same time.