Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed

The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, also known as All Souls’ Day, is a special day in the Catholic Church to honor and remember all the deceased who are in purgatory. It’s a time for prayer and reflection, trusting that God's mercy will bring them closer to heaven. Traditionally observed on November 2, it encourages the living to pray for the departed’s souls, helping them in their purification process. The day emphasizes the communion of saints—believers alive and deceased united in Christ—and the hope of eternal life.