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The Catholic Church celebrates All Saints Day on the 1st of November and All Souls Day on the 2nd of November.
All Saints' Day is a solemn holy day of the Catholic Church celebrated annually on November 1. The day is dedicated to the saints of the Church, that is, all those who have attained heaven.
All Souls Day has its roots in the sixth century Benedictine tradition of praying to the dead. It was a way of recognising the human bonds which go beyond death. By the tenth century this feast was about praying for the dead, that they might know the merciful love of God.
God the Father, you are our love, our refuge and our strength, hear the prayers of your Church and grant us today what we ask of you in faith.
God the Son, your wisdom is beyond our understanding. Hear our prayers, and help us to always praise you from the depths of our heart.
God the Holy Spirit, your grace is eternal and limitless. Hear the prayers of your faithful gathered today and send us your compassionate gifts.
We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen