The Church grants a plenary indulgence just for visiting a cemetery during Nov. 1-8 and praying for the dead. All we need to ...

Not only is there a biblical basis for the teaching on purgatory, but the teaching also makes sense based on the promises contained in Scripture to those who have been called to be saints.

Purgatory is not some portion of the punishment that is hell. It is the sweet completion of what began under the sun.

The Days of the Dead are happening this weekend and you will probably observe ancient rituals in some way. But do you really ...

All Souls' Day 2025 will be observed on Sunday, 2 November. Across India, churches and families light candles, offer prayers, and remember loved ones who have journeyed to heaven. From Goa to Kerala, ...

Camacho’s husband passed away just a few months ago, and has often visited his grave at the Pigo Catholic Cemetery in Anigua.

Still, it's good to keep in mind that in our Catholic theology, any person now in heaven -- whether they are known or unknown ...

October leaves flash gold and red, blowing over streams and roads. The cold November rain transforms the foliage into a damp carpet on sidewalks and forest floors. Our attention turns to hot soup, ...

As part of commemorating the faithful departed on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2 — traditionally known in countries like Mexico as the Day of the Dead — it’s common for people to go to cemeteries to spend ...