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…
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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,…
The Glory of Heaven: Why All Saints’ Day Matters
Each year on November 1st, the Church lifts her gaze heavenward, joining the angels and saints in a chorus of…
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?…