The History Of “Day Of The Dead”

The Day of the Dead (El Día de Los Muertos) is a popular Latin American holiday celebrating the reunion of families and the souls of their deceased relatives. This reunion includes drinks, food, and celebrating among those of Latino heritage around the world. The holiday is celebrated from October 31st through November 2nd. It starts with Halloween; November 1st is All Saints Day, and November 2nd is All Souls Day and Day of the Dead.  The Roman Catholic Church observes this day to remember the souls of those who are in Purgatory. Purgatory is a place where people who are still considered members of the church go after they die to atone for their sins before they go to Heaven.

Celebrating at Epiphany during November

All Saints Day – November 1st

All Saints Day is a religious observance by Roman Catholics and other Christian Denominations. It is considered a Holy Day in the Catholic Church, where people attend Mass to honor all saints who have attained Heaven. Masses at Epiphany will be on October 31st at 5:30 for the vigil and on the Holy Day, November 1st, at 7 am, noon, and 5:30 pm.

All Souls Day – November 2nd

Although they share the same day, All Souls Day and Day of the Dead aren’t 100% the same. All Souls Day is a day of remembrance and prayer for the faithful departed. The Roman Catholic Church observes it to remember the souls of those in Purgatory.

The Day of the Dead (El Día de Los Muertos) is a popular Latin American holiday that celebrates the reunion of families and the souls of their deceased relatives. This reunion includes drinks, food, and celebration among those of Latino heritage around the world. The holiday is celebrated from October 31st through November 2nd. It starts with Halloween; November 1st is All Saints Day, and November 2nd is All Souls Day and Day of the Dead.

Starting Now!

Epiphany Catholic Church invites everyone in the parish to share their ofrendas (offerings, ie photos), which we will display honoring your deceased loved ones:

• We invite you to bring a picture of your deceased loved one to the table in the Narthex before the end of October. We will have the display up for the month of November.

• Please write your name and phone number on the back of the picture. We will also have a Prayer Memory Book in front of Mary for everyone to write their requested prayers.