The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls)

All Souls Day, also known as “The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed” is observed on November 2 each year. This is when we remember people who were more like us – the souls of the faithful departed in purgatory or in process. The faithful on earth can assist these purgatorial souls in attaining heaven through prayer, good work and the offering of Mass.

At Mass on All Souls Day, we pray that through Christ’s loving mercy, God’s “departed servants…may be granted pardon and peace, and be brought to the joy of God’s eternal home. All Souls Day is an especially rich cultural experience for Hispanic/Latino Catholics, who call it “Día de los Muertos” or “The Day of the Dead.”

During November many Catholics visit a church or cemetery to pray for the holy souls in purgatory, and the Church encourages this custom by attaching a “plenary indulgence” to such prayers for the faithful departed. This indulgence means that through our prayers we can help departed souls complete their preparation for heavenly life.

All Souls' Day

Wednesday, November 2, 2022 

Cemetery Prayer Service

The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed

Saturday, October 29, 2022 
St. Meinrad Parish
St. Meinrad Parish Cemetery
located at 4th and E Green Street
3 p.m.

St. Boniface Parish
St. Boniface Parish Cemetery 
located at Jefferson and Vine Street
5 p.m.

All times are Central Time