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In November We Remember
The month of November in the Catholic Church is dedicated to the Holy Souls in purgatory.
During November we pray for those in purgatory that they will reach heaven.
The Month of Holy Souls
Nicholas of Tolentino is the Patron Saint of All Souls.
The 2nd November marks All Souls' Day.
On this day we celebrate the souls of the departed and keep them in our prayers throughout November.
Saint Nicholas of Tolentino
Nicholas worked as a peacemaker in Tolentino, a city torn apart by civil war, which arose over conflict for control of Italy.
During his life, it is believed that Nicholas received visions, including images of purgatory, where he prayed and offered masses for people who had died.
He had great love and devotion for the souls in purgatory. Because of this, Nicholas was proclaimed patron of the souls in purgatory in 1884 by Pope Leo XIII.
Although the Feast of all Souls is celebrated in November, Saint Nicholas of Tolentino is celebrated on the 10th September.
Who Do We Remember in November?
Traditionally in the Catholic Church, November is the month that Catholics remember loved ones who have died.
It is a time to spend praying and remembering those that we love who are no longer with us.
Are there any people you would like to pray for�throughout November?
Who Do We Remember in November?
What does our parish do to remember our �loved ones?
Can you think of ways you remember �friends or family who have passed away?
Many parishes around the world celebrate and remember loved ones in different ways.
Some parishes have a remembrance mass on the �first weekend of November, especially for those �who died during that year.
Why Do We Remember in November?
The end of November marks the end of the liturgical year.
The Catholic church uses this time of the year to reflect on the end of life and to pray for the transition from earth to heaven.
We thank God for those who are no longer with us. We pray that they have reached a new life in heaven and hope that one day we will meet them again.
Remembering Our Loved Ones
It is important that we talk about the memories we have with loved ones who have died.
Memories may feel warm and comforting and can fill us with joy.
They may also be filled with sadness and sorrow and can sometimes make us feel low.
Can you share some happy memories of loved ones that �help you to remember them?
Reflect
Let us take time to remember those we love,
Sending our prayers to those up above.
Happy memories and sad memories,
We remember it is okay to shed a tear,
When remembering those we hold dear.
Let us take a moment to pray silently for our special intentions.
Let Us Pray Together
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.