Feast of Assumption is celebrated by Roman Catholics each year on Aug. 15

By Gabriele Regalbuto , Ashlyn Messier | Fox News

In the Roman Catholic religion, Aug. 15 marks the celebration of the assumption of Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, into heaven.

The Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is also referred to as the Assumption.

It’s also called the Feast of the Assumption or the Dormition of the Most Holy Mother of God.