As we celebrate the Solemnity of St. Joseph this Friday, March 19, 2021, be advised that the faithful are permitted to eat meat. Per Canon 1251, solemnities supersede Friday abstinence with the exception of Good Friday. Enjoy!
Abstinence from meat, or from some other food as determined by the Episcopal Conference, is to be observed on all Fridays, unless a solemnity should fall on a Friday. Abstinence and fasting are to be observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.
