The baptism of Jesus in the Jordan, which closes the Christmas season.
Dates
| Year | Dates | Reckoning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | January 12, 2025 | ||
| 2026 | January 11, 2026 |
Recurrence: Gregorian liturgical rule: the Sunday after Epiphany.
Significance
The Baptism of the Lord recalls Jesus's baptism by John in the river Jordan, when the Spirit descended and the Father's voice declared him the beloved Son. The feast is kept on the Sunday after Epiphany. It closes the Christmas season, and ordinary time begins the next day.
Observance
Mass marks the close of the Christmas season, and the readings recall the baptism in the Jordan and the voice from heaven.