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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 · 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 ...
We explore why praying for souls in purgatory is so essential. Just as a person recovering from an illness needs support from family and friends, so do souls...
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- Pastorate of St John and St Joseph - Frederick MD
Oct 25, 2024 · Fr. Simon explains why praying for our loved ones who’ve passed on is 100% biblical, right back to Jesus and the early Christians!
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 ...
Jun 4, 2020 · In this episode of Ask A Priest, Father Ken Geraci answers the question: Why and how do we pray to the dead? Want more answers? Fr. Geraci provides answers to 30 questions you need to...
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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 ...
