Leading up to early November feast days is a good time to pray for the deceased and for the intercession of the saints. Sign up for an All Saints’ Day novena on Oct. 23 or an All Souls’ Day novena on Oct. 24 – nine days prior to the feasts – at www.praymorenovenas.com. And remember to add the names of your deceased loved ones to your parish’s remembrance book before Nov. 1. Many churches leave the book on the altar throughout the month of November.
Between the rustle of leaves and that first crisp, cool breeze, there’s something about fall that lifts our minds and hearts to ethereal realities. In the Church, early autumn is a time to celebrate the feasts of many great saints, including the purely spiritual beings we call angels. Honor our winged protectors this season with these angelic activities.