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| "The Virgin of Carmel Saving the Souls in Purgatory" from the Brooklyn Museum |
History
Christians have always prayed for other Christians
who have died. We should remember these people in prayer daily, but the Church
gives us a special day each year to make an extra effort. By the year 998, All
Souls Day was an annual feast in many parts of the world. People visit
cemeteries to decorate the graves of their family members. In Mexico, All Souls
Day is the end of a three-day festival called “The Day of the Dead”, where the
souls of dead loved ones are celebrated.
Activity
If you can, bring flowers to the graves of people in your family. If you
live to far away, try to attend Mass. Another option is to look up “Day of the
Dead” activities in your community that are open to the public
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