Rogation Days

“Rogation” comes from the Latin “rogare,” which means “to ask”. Rogation Days are days during which we ask God's mercy, seek to appease His anger, avert His chastisements manifest through natural disasters, and ask for His blessings, particularly with regard to farming and other agricultural pursuits. They are set aside to remind us how radically dependent we are on the land, and how prayer can help protect us from nature's often cruel ways. 

In the old calendar, Rogation Days were marked with prayer, fasting, and processions. This year, we will observe the Major Rogation Day on Friday, April 25th, by praying the Litany of the Saints at the end of 7:00am Mass. In addition, Fr. Chris will be available that day to bless fields. If you would like to have your field blessed, contact the parish office.