Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obligation, observed Dec. 8.

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Mary and the Christ Child are depicted in this painting of Our Lady of Brezje at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

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The feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a holy day of obligation, will be observed Tuesday, Dec. 8.

It is one of the oldest Marian feasts, dating back to the seventh century. In 1846, Mary was proclaimed patroness of the United States under this title. By her faith, obedience and holiness, she teaches what it means to be a bearer of Christ to the world.

The schedule of Masses for some centrally located parishes includes:

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