Jesus presents Himself to us today as the Good Shepherd who does not want to lose even one of His sheep, nor does He spare any pains to lead them all to salvation. – Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen
“Presuming that we die in a state of grace and friendship with God, Christ will surely complete his work in us (for He is faithful to His promises) by purging us of whatever imperfections, venial sins, or sorrowful effects of sins that still remain.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Those who deny Purgatory speak against the justice of God. ?—?St. Thomas Aquinas, ST, Supplement, Appendix 2, 1 Does purgatory exist? Some who deny the
[Judas Maccabeus] took up a collection . . . to provide for a sin offering. In doing this he acted very well and honorably, taking
Everything you ever wanted to know about indulgences all in one place, thanks to Diana von Glahn.
Who the fire that purifies and saves us? Sonja Corbitt gives a fascinating look at Purgatory.
Can we help release the Holy Souls in Purgatory? Find out how when Patti Maguire Armstrong recommends joining the Releasers of the Holy Souls!
Nov 28, 2018 – In this chapter from his book “In Heaven We’ll Meet Again,” Francois Blot reflects on the dire need for prayers for the deceased.
Dr. Anthony Lilles reminds us not to neglect praying for the dead, even as we pray for the suffering here on earth.
Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on today’s Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, also known as All Souls’ Day, in an excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
