Saints Zechariah and Elizabeth, parents of Saint John the Baptist
| Ecclesial status | Saint |
|---|---|
| Commemoration | September 23 |
| Calendar designation | Commemorated in the Roman Martyrology |
Saints Zechariah and Elizabeth, parents of Saint John the Baptist are commemorated in the Church's calendar on September 23.
Commemoration
The calendar source records “Saints Zechariah and Elizabeth, parents of Saint John the Baptist” on September 23. The recorded liturgical or martyrological designation is Commemorated in the Roman Martyrology. The named saints are commemorated together as one liturgical or martyrological group.[1][2]
The named saints live with Christ in the communion of saints and intercede for the Church.
References
- Back to citation Mysterii Paschalis — The General Roman Calendar and the ordering of the liturgical year.
- Back to citation Roman Martyrology 2004 name-and-date index — Unofficial English index used only for names and assigned dates; Martyrology eulogies are not reproduced.