The Catholic Women's League of Canada

World Day of Social Justice
2026-02-20

Ash Wednesday
2026-02-18

St. Valentine
2026-02-14

Have a Heart Day
2026-02-14

Our Lady of Lourdes (Optional Memorial)
2026-02-11

World Day of the Sick
2026-02-11
World Day of the Sick (February 11th) honours Jesus’ ministry to the sick, which Pope John Paul II established to offer prayers for those suffering from illness. The day coincides with the Memorial of Our Lady of Lourdes and emphasizes the importance of caring for the sick. It acknowledges the dedication of healthcare workers and pastoral caregivers who minister to the afflicted. The church encourages members to pray for the needs of the sick, highlighting the vital role of service to those who are ill and suffering.

St. Scholastica (Memorial)
2026-02-10

Saint Jerome Emiliani (Optional Memorial) and Saint Josephine Bakhita (Optional Memorial)
2026-02-08

International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
2026-02-08
St. Josephine Bakhita, born in Sudan in 1869, was kidnapped at age nine and sold into slavery. Her captors gave her the name “Bakhita,” meaning “fortunate.” She endured brutal treatment, being sold multiple times. At 14, she was bought by an Italian consul whose kindness led to her conversion to Christianity. She was baptized as Josephine and chose religious life after gaining freedom in adulthood. Her memorial, celebrated on February 8th, is an occasion to pray for victims of human trafficking and continued awareness and advocacy against it.

Online Pilgrimage of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
2026-02-06 05:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago)
Peace begins with dignity

On 8 February, the International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking is observed. The theme of the 12th edition, “Peace begins with dignity: a global call to end human trafficking,” is inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s powerful reminder that true peace is gentle and humble, born of love and sustained wherever human dignity is defended.
You are invited to participate to the Online Pilgrimage of Prayer and Awareness against human trafficking that will take place tomorrow, February 6, from 11 Am to 3 PM (Rome time).
Live streaming in five languages:
EN www.prayagainsttrafficking.net/yt/en
IT www.preghieracontrotratta.org/yt/it
ES www.prayagainsttrafficking.net/yt/es
PT www.prayagainsttrafficking.net/yt/pt
FR www.prayagainsttrafficking.net/yt/fr

This International Day reminds us that, when we walk together, our voices grow stronger, our hope shines brighter and our future becomes more just.
Mónica Santamarina, WUCWO President

Saints Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs (Memorial)
2026-02-06

International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
2026-02-06

St. Agatha (Memorial)
2026-02-05

St. Blaise (Optional Memorial)
2026-02-03

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
2026-02-02

World Wetlands Day
2026-02-02

International Development Week
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-07

Saint Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor (Memorial)
2026-01-28

Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop
2026-01-24

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
2026-01-17 - 2026-01-24
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is celebrated around the world January 18-25, though the week may be observed to include two Sundays. The theme for this year is, Do you believe this? (John 11-26) in recognition that 2025 marks the 1700th anniversary of the first Christian Ecumenical Council held in Nicea, Constantinople. Christians express their personal “I believe” in praying the Nicene Creed and seeking a deeper understanding of ecumenism by meeting, celebrating liturgy and praying our oneness in Christ with Christians of other denominations.

Saint Anthony of Egypt, Abbot (Memorial)
2026-01-17

Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
2026-01-11
The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River by John the Baptist. Jesus’ baptism reminds us of our mission to experience the presence of God within us, to acknowledge our own dignity as God’s children, and to appreciate the Divine Presence in others by honoring them, loving them and serving them in all humility.

St. Andre Bessette (Memorial)
2026-01-07
Following the Epiphany of the Lord, Catholic Canadians memorialize St. André Bessette and his deep devotion to Saint Joseph. Known as Brother André, he was the porter at College Notre Dame in Montreal, welcoming visitors and inviting them to pray through St. Joseph’s intercession. This led to the creation of a small chapel, which later became St. Joseph’s Oratory. As the patron of family caregivers, St. André’s intercession for the sick and afflicted can be sought by praying the attached prayer.

The Epiphany of the Lord (Solemnity in some regions, often a Holy Day of Obligation)
2026-01-06

Epiphany of the Lord (Solemnity)
2026-01-04
Happy New Year! On Sunday, January 4th, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. It is the manifestation of our Lord to the whole world; after being made known to the shepherds of Bethlehem He is revealed to the Magi who have come from the East to adore Him. Let us acknowledge and witness together this epiphanic revelation of God, whose salvation is for all.

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton (USA Memorial)
2026-01-04

The Most Holy Name of Jesus (Optional Memorial)
2026-01-03

Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops and Doctors (Memorial)
2026-01-02

New Year's Day (Holy Day of Obligation)
2026-01-01

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
2026-01-01
