January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God January 1 Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a liturgical feast day honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary's motherhood in the wake of the birth of the baby Jesus Christ. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains the basis for this title for Mary. "Called in the Gospels 'the mother of Jesus,' Mary is acclaimed by …
