Candlemas, observed on February 2, marks the official end of the Christmas season in the western liturgical calendar. It is the 40th day after Christmas and compliments Imbolc celebrated a day before. Like Imbolc, it is the feast of the Light expanding. We honor the growing Christ Light with the blessing and procession of candles followed by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Each participant will receive a blessed candle for home use. Please consider an energy exchange to assist the Shrine.