November is dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory
These souls need to be purified and perfected from all the effects of sin. This is the painful, healing process that goes on in Purgatory. Souls in Purgatory can pray for us but not for themselves. They rely on our prayers.
To obtain a plenary indulgence for a Holy Soul: Visit a cemetery and pray for the Holy Souls (November 1-8)To gain a plenary indulgence, you yourself must be fully detached from sin and in a state of grace. Go to confession and receive Communion within 20 days, and pray for the intentions of the Holy Father. Ask the Holy Souls to pray for YOU. They know, better than anyone on earth, that it is worth pursuing holiness above all else.
Finally… Offer a Mass for a Holy Soul. There is no more powerful Sacrifice than the Mass.
A chant to your doorstep: this is the In Paradisum, sung at the end of funerals.
It commends the soul to heaven. Sung from the choir loft: HERE
Boston has a new Archbishop
On October 31st, 2024, Archbishop Richard Henning was installed as the 10th bishop, 7th archbishop, of the Boston Archdiocese. He is in our prayers!
An excerpt from his homily (installation Mass):
“Whatever comes, Jesus is still Lord. Whatever makes me fear, whatever tires me out, the Gospel is still true. Whatever suffering, whatever moments of darkness, the Eucharist is still real. This is the foundation, is it not, that allows us to stand up and say: I believe.”
Adult Religious Education Classes: First class on November 5, 7pm.
St. John’s is holding special classes for adult Catholic faith formation. This catechetical instruction will be offered for converts, the unbaptized, adult confirmations, or for those seeking to be better informed in their faith. Spread the word. Classes are held on Tuesday at 7pm in the parish center library. Please call the parish office at 508-435-3313×203 if you have any questions.
Advent approaches at the start of next month, and it’s time to reserve your wreath for the Advent Wreath Making Workshop on December 1st, 1-3pm, in the parish hall. Always a lovely event with beautiful results.
Reserve by November 25th.
