Saint Berchtold's Day

January 2, Tuesday

Saint Berthold's Day is a little-known feast day celebrated on January 2. Despite his limited visibility in modern calendars, Saint Berthold is a figure in Christian tradition, particularly in parts of Europe. However, it should be noted that information about Saint Berthold himself and his cult is rather modest and is rarely found outside of local traditions.

Saint Berthold was probably a monk or hermit who lived in the Middle Ages. Although there are several saints named Berthold in historical sources, the most famous of them was Berthold of Calabria, who lived in the 12th century and was one of the founders of the Carmelite Order, a Catholic monastic order that originated on Mount Carmel in Palestine.

Celebration Traditions
Saint Berthold's Day is not widely recognized in the Catholic or Orthodox calendars, and its celebration is limited primarily to local traditions.

Prayers and Liturgy In places where this saint is venerated, special liturgies and prayers are held on this day to celebrate his life and spiritual achievements. This may happen in monastic communities or churches associated with the Carmelite order.

Carmelite Traditions. Carmelite monasteries may hold special services to commemorate St. Berthold as one of the founders of the order. These events include prayers for peace, spiritual fortitude, and devotion.

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Saint Berchtold's Day in other years

2021 January 2, Saturday
2022 January 2, Sunday
2023 January 2, Monday
2025 January 2, Thursday

Saint Berchtold's Day in other countries

Switzerland