About the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Feast Day: August 15
August 15 is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This holy day celebrates Mary’s passing and being assumed into heaven. This day is a holy day of obligation for Catholics in the US.
The Assumption of Mary was declared as dogma by Pope Pius XII in 1950.
Daily Mass Readings for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
For the Vigil Mass
- First Reading – 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2: “David assembled all Israel in Jerusalem to bring the ark of the LORD to the place which he had prepared for it.”
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 132: “Lord, go up to the place of your rest, you and the ark of your holiness.”
- Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 15:54b-57: “Death is swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?”
- Gospel – Luke 11:27-28: “He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.””
For Mass during the day
- First Reading – Revelation 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab: “A great sign appeared in the sky, a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.”
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 45: “The queen stands at your right hand, arrayed in gold.”
- Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 15:20-27: “just as in Adam all die, so too in Christ shall all be brought to life”
- Gospel – Luke 1:39-56: “From this day all generations will call me blessed”
Top ideas for Assumption of Mary
Say a Rosary With Your Family or Youth Group
The rosary is one of the most misunderstood Catholic devotions. While some non-Catholics see it as worshiping Mary, it is in fact focused on Christ. The mysteries of the rosary are based on important events in the life of Christ.…
Guided by Mary (Assumption of Mary Quote)
“As mariners are guided into port by the shining of a star, so Christians are guided to heaven by Mary.” – Saint Thomas Aquinas (Assumption of Mary quote)
Rosary Comic Book
This comic book is a colorful and engaging way for children to learn about the mysteries of the Rosary. It includes the Joyful, Luminous, Sorrowful, and Glorious Mysteries. Recommended for children ages 9-12.
With God, Nothing Is Lost!
With God, nothing is lost! In Mary, the goal has been reached and we have before our eyes the reasons why we journey: not to gain the things here below, which are fleeting, but the homeland above, which is for…
Blessed Virgin Mary Coffee Cup
Show your devotion to the blessed mother with this beautiful, minimal image of the Virgin Mary and Jesus. Includes the scripture quote: “All generations to come shall call me blessed” – Luke 1:48
Assumption Activity: Assumption Shortcakes Recipe
This Assumption shortcakes dessert recipe is an Assumption activity to celebrate the Assumption of Mary. Each part of the recipe represents something about the feast. You can use your favorite shortcake recipe. Or use the simple recipe below which uses…
Why Do Catholics Pray to Mary and the Saints? A Lesson Plan
Why do Catholics pray to Mary and the saints? This lesson plan will help youth understand that it is like asking a friend to pray for you. And it points out that prayer is not the same as worship.
A Prayer of Faithfulness Based on Psalm 132
This is a prayer of faithfulness based on Psalm 132. salm 132 was sung as the ark of the covenant was processed into the temple. The ark was carefully constructed to God’s specifications. This psalm remembers the promises God made…
Make a Rosary Slide Bracelet or Key-Chain
A rosary slide bracelet or keychain is a nice craft to remind children and teens to pray. I like making the key-chain which can actually be used for keys for teenagers. Or if they don’t need a key chain they…
Even more resources for Assumption of Mary
A Prayer of Love to God (Based on Psalm 45)
This is a prayer of love to God based on Psalm 45. Psalm 45 is a wedding song. It speaks of the strength of the king, who marries a foreign woman who leaves her family to become his wife. The…
Other Resources
- The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Annunciation
- The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- Catholic Moms, Dads, Catechists, and Teachers group on Facebook