Today the Church observes the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls). The assigned readings are Wisdom 3:1-9, Romans 5:5-11 or Romans 6:3-9, and John 6:37-40. The Responsorial Psalm is Psalm 23 (Psalm 23:1-6).
For one version of the Responsorial Psalm set to music, please visit:
YouTube: Spirit & Psalm 2025 - All Souls' Day - Psalm
The Gospel reading is as follows:
Jesus
said to the crowds: "Everything that the Father gives me will come to
me, and I will not reject anyone who comes to me, because I came down
from heaven not to do my own will but the will of the one who sent me.
And this is the will of the one who sent me, that I should not lose
anything of what he gave me, but that I should raise it on the last day.
For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who sees the Son and
believes in him may have eternal life, and I shall raise him on the last
day."
As we observe this day, we entrust to the Lord’s
mercy each of our deceased family members, friends, neighbors, and
associates, as well as each of soul around the world who has passed away
– especially those who most need our prayers.
Reflections on this day:
Crossroads Initiative:
All Souls, Purgatory & Prayers for the Dead
Aleteia: Tom Hoopes: The urgency of All Souls Day (2 NOV 22)
Community in Mission: 99 and a Half Won't Do - A Homily for All Souls Day (1 NOV 25)
Word on Fire: Sermons: Why We Pray for All Souls (Cycle C * 31st Week * Ordinary Time)
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