Special Daily Mass for the Memorial of St. Blaise & Blessing of Throats

Tuesday, February 3 • 9:00 AM Mass

On Monday, February 3, the Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Blaise, bishop and martyr of the 4th century, well-known for his intercession in illnesses of the throat and ailments of the body. Born in Armenia, Blaise first served as a physician and later as a bishop during a time of persecution. Tradition tells us that while in prison he miraculously healed a young boy who was choking on a fishbone. Because of this act of mercy, the Church has invoked his protection for centuries.

Blessing of Throats

During the 9:00 AM Mass on February 3, we will offer the traditional Blessing of Throats using crossed candles. This blessing asks for the intercession of St. Blaise and God’s healing grace to protect us from illnesses of the throat and from all other sicknesses of body and spirit.

The blessing includes the ancient prayer:

“Through the intercession of St. Blaise, bishop and martyr,
may God deliver you from every disease of the throat
and from every other illness.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.”

For more than a thousand years, the Church has cherished this sacramental as a sign of Christ’s tender care for the sick and suffering. While it is not a Sacrament, it is a beautiful reminder of the mercy of God and the communion of saints who intercede for us.

All are invited to attend the 9:00 AM Mass and receive this special blessing.