Today we commemorate All Souls Day, the day we remember those who have gone before us and who are now with God. Many cultures observe this time to remember and celebrate those who they loved and keep their memories alive. Today many people visit their loved ones at the cemetery or build altars to honor the dead. Some cultures celebrate at other times yet share the common theme of remembering and honoring. As we honor those today on All Souls’ Day let us pray for them and to them as we continue our life’s journey.
St. Angela Merici wrote
this for those who come after her. “For understand that now I am more alive
than I was when I lived on earth, and I see better and hold dearer and pleasing
the good things which I see you constantly doing, and now, even more, I want
and am able to help you and do you good in every way.” Just as St. Angela
continues to be with us so too are those whom we have loved and known. May we
always celebrate and honor those who have gone before us. Eternal rest grant
unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of
the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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