Yeah, I was converted to Catholicism in 1948, about a week after I was born. I have 16 years of Catholic education and a degree in theology from a Cahtolic seminary, and I've taught religion as a catechist for 41 years.

But the church calendar, which was set up before St. Patrick was born, puts Holy Week as a priority over any of the saints. This applies strictly to the celebration of Mass - you can't celebrate anything but the Masses of Holy Week during Holy Week. You can have parades on March 17 if you want to, but Father McGillicuddy may not be available because he has lots of other things to do that week.

-Joe-