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November is the Month of All Souls in Purgatory
“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.”
The month of November is a special time in the Catholic Church dedicated to remembering and praying for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. It is a time of love, remembrance, mercy, and hope as we honor our departed family members, friends, and all those who have gone before us in faith.
As Catholics, we believe that our prayers, Holy Masses, and sacrifices can help the souls who are undergoing purification as they prepare to enter the eternal joy of Heaven.
Many souls may have no one left on earth to remember them or pray for them. During this sacred month, let us not forget the forgotten souls, especially those who have no family or friends to offer prayers on their behalf.
At Our Lady of Grace Church, we invite all our parishioners and families to join us in this beautiful act of charity and mercy. Let us remember that our love for those who have passed away does not end with death. Through prayer, we remain united with them in the love of Christ.
A Prayer for the Holy Souls in Purgatory
O Merciful and Loving God,
We humbly ask You to have mercy on all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, especially those who have been forgotten and those who have no one to pray for them.
Through the suffering, death, and Resurrection of Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, forgive their sins, cleanse them of all imperfections, and welcome them into the eternal light and peace of Your heavenly Kingdom.
Comfort those who mourn their loved ones, strengthen our faith in the promise of eternal life, and teach us always to remember the faithful departed in our prayers.
May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
This November, offer a prayer for someone who can no longer pray for themselves. Your prayer may be the greatest gift of love you can give.
Our Lady of Grace Church
Howard Beach, New York
May perpetual light shine upon them, and may they rest in eternal peace. Amen.
Bright Lights Memorial Honor a Loved One This Christmas!
This Christmas season, Our Lady of Grace invites you to remember someone special, living or deceased, through our beautiful Bright Lights Memorial Program. Honor your loved ones with a Christmas tree ($200), wreath ($50), large poinsettia ($55), small poinsettia ($30), or a Memorial Tree of Lights dedication ($20). Your loving tribute will help fill our parish with the beauty, warmth, and light of Christmas. Signs purchased last year will be displayed again at no additional cost. New signs or changes to existing signs are $25. To participate, please download and complete the Memorial Order Form and return it to the Rectory Office with your payment. For more information, call 718-843-6218.
Let the light of Christmas shine in memory and honor of those we hold dear! ❤️
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