On All Souls’ Day, the Catholic Church remembers all those who have died and prays for them in a particular way. But why do Catholics pray for the souls of the dead — not only on Nov. 2 but also on ...
COMMENTARY: The Catholic faith does not believe everyone who dies goes to heaven. It does believe that the dead may need our help and that our prayers and sacrifices can indeed help them. Because the ...
At the Shrine of Our Lady of Montligeon in rural Normandy, workers restore its century-old slate roof and windows. Inside the neo-Gothic basilica, pilgrims arrive and light candles, enroll loved ones ...