On All Souls’ Day, Pope Leo XIV Called the Faithful to Hope in Eternal Life
As Catholics around the world concluded the Commemoration of All Souls’ Day, Pope Leo XIV reminded the faithful that our…
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Remembering the Faithful Departed: The Meaning of All Souls’ Day
Each year on November 2, the Church pauses in prayerful remembrance for All Souls’ Day, also known as the Commemoration…
All Souls’ Day – Joining Them on the Journey
By Fr. Randy Sly The custom of remembering the faithful departed goes back to the early days of the church,…
What is Purgatory?
For many Catholics, the word Purgatory can stir mixed feelings, curiosity, confusion, even unease. Yet at its heart, Purgatory is…
All Saints’ Day, Halloween and All Souls’ Day: What’s the difference?
Purgatory, candy, honoring the dead and costumes? Everyone knows how to celebrate Halloween -with costumes, candy and horror movies, right?…