It's the first time in three years the tradition will be observed. In 2020, gatherings were prohibited, and in 2021 Masses were celebrated at churches rather ...
we’ve done it for so many years it’s kind of like the same, so I have to say we’re back to normal,” said Simpkins-Williams. The last All Souls Day Masses at cemeteries took place back in 2019. It’s the first time in three years the tradition will be observed.
The Roman Catholic Church will observe the Solemnity of All Souls Day on Wednesday, November 2, in memory of the faithful departed.
All Souls’ Day is an acknowledgment of human frailty. It reminds the faithful to live holy lives and of the need to pray and offer masses for the eternal repose of the souls of the departed, On November 2, three Requiem Masses (mass for the souls of the departed) will be offered in Catholic churches for the holy souls in purgatory: One for the celebrant, one for the departed, and one for the Holy Father, Pope Francis.