THE Solemnity of the Assumption of Our Lady is one of the most important celebrations in the Catholic liturgical calendar.
Celebrated on August 15th, marks the belief that Mary, Mother of Jesus, was taken up into heaven in body and soul at the end of her earthly life.
This party is considered Holy Day of Obligation in several countries, which means that the faithful are invited to participate in Holy Mass on this day.
In 2025, the celebration gains even more prominence with the Mass presided over by the Pope directly from Castel Gandolfo, broadcast live to the entire world. And the best part: you can follow every moment on your cell phone or computer through official Vatican app.
The official Vatican app
O Vatican News App is the Vatican's official news and broadcasting platform.
Available for Android and iOS, it was developed to bring the faithful closer to the activities of the Pope and the Catholic Church, offering live coverage of events, masses and general audiences.
With an intuitive interface and support for multiple languages, the app allows you to follow broadcasts directly from Vatican Media Live, which includes the Mass of the Solemnity of the Assumption of Our Lady.
Main features of the Vatican News App
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Live broadcast of official events, including masses presided over by the Pope.
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Updated news on the activities of the Holy See and the Holy Father.
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Multimedia content: videos, photos and audio of speeches and celebrations.
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Multilingual coverage, including Portuguese, Spanish, English, Italian and French.
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Free access, without the need for a paid subscription.
How to download and watch Mass
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For Android: available for free at Google Play.
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For iOS: available for free at App Store.
After downloading, simply open the application, select the desired language and access the tab. Live broadcast on the day and time of the celebration.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Vatican app paid?
No. Access is completely free, including live broadcasts.
2. Can I attend Mass in other languages?
Yes. Vatican News offers multilingual coverage, including in Portuguese.
3. Do I need to create an account to watch?
No. Just download the app and access the broadcast at the scheduled time.
4. Will the Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption be recorded?
Generally, yes. The Vatican makes the full video available in the video section after the live broadcast.
5. Can I watch on my computer?
Yes. In addition to the app, the broadcast will be available on the official website. Vatican News and on the Vatican's YouTube channel.