January 3
January 3 is the optional memorial of the Most Holy Name of Jesus in the Church’s calendar for the United States.
On the calendar for January 3
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
Optional MemorialWhite
Saint profile for January 3
January 3 in 2026, 2027 and 2028
A Sunday, a season or a greater feast can take the place of a memorial, so what is celebrated on this date changes from year to year.
Saturday, January 3, 2026
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
Optional MemorialWhite
Readings for January 3, 2026Sunday, January 3, 2027
The Epiphany of the Lord
SolemnityWhite
Not celebrated this year: The Most Holy Name of Jesus
In the United States the Epiphany is celebrated on the Sunday between January 2 and January 8, rather than on the fixed date of January 6.
Readings for January 3, 2027Monday, January 3, 2028
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
Optional MemorialWhite
Readings for January 3, 2028
Celebrations are from the General Roman Calendar and the proper calendar for the dioceses of the United States, computed as described on the liturgical calendar. Your diocese or religious community may keep its own proper celebrations on this date. Saint profiles are listed under every date their own feast-day line gives.
