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Come, Lord Jesus!” (Revelation 22:20). The coming of our blessed Lord is a universal event that has a direct impact on the living and the dead alike. The coming of our Lord is monumental for both the Saints in glory and the Saints on earth. You see, some prayers are so universal that they touch both the earthly and the departed.
1 day ago · Beyond biblical and spiritual reasons, Father Djé noted that praying for the deceased also “helps us psychologically bear grief and maintain our connection with those who are no longer with us ...
5 days ago · This communal aspect of purgatory underscores the interconnectedness of the Church, both living and deceased. “Purgatory is not an individualistic doctrine,” he continued, “It’s something the whole Church does together. As we pray for the dead, we’re also acknowledging our hope that someone will pray for us. Together, we help each ...
1 day ago · So, what we Catholics do in November in terms of praying for the faithful departed (and note that term—not the “dead” but the faithful departed, i.e., those we hope have fulfilled the ...
2 days ago · Praying for the Dead. It is therefore a proper and holy disposition to pray for those who have died and may well be undergoing purification. Many of the saints speak of our prayers for the dead as being something they really need and can benefit from.
1 day ago · There are many ways we can pray for the souls in Purgatory. Below you will find just seven ways to do so this month and throughout the year! Caroline Perkins, ChurchPOP 1. Make Sacrifices for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Mortifications throughout your day can be offered up for the purification of souls in Purgatory!
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Nov 3, 2023 · When Catholics talk about praying for the dead, fellow Christians will often scratch their heads at the notion, and some may raise accusations that such a practice is akin to the practice of conjuring and communicating with dead spirits that’s associated with pagans and occultists.
