May 15, 2026 by frbillnicholas NATIONAL HOLY DAYS Alternatives to “Holy Days of Obligation” Ascension Thursday is now Ascension Sunday. Epiphany has been transferred from January 6 to the 2nd Sunday after Christmas. Fr. Bill addresses the low attendance of Catholics for Holy Days of Obligation and suggests alternative days that can tap into our identity as Americans, and how they can draw people into Church.