Daily Archives: November 1, 2011

Plenary Indulgence Reminders for the first week in November

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Gertrude

There are several plenary indulgences available for the first week in November. They are the following: 29 For the faithful departed § 1. A plenary indulgence, applied exclusively to the souls in Purgatory, is granted to the Christian faithful who: … Continue reading →

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The silence that draws one close to God

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

Rules and guidelines for the “proper etiquette” of contemplation Giacomo Galeazzi Vatican City During mass, it is always best to  observe silence: if one must speak, they must do so quietly. The rule of silence is in force in the … Continue reading →

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Pope Benedict’s Greetings on the Solemnity of All Saints

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Catholicism Pure & Simple

(From News.Va) Marking the Solemnity of All Saints, Pope Benedict XVI greeted pilgrims gathered for the mid-day Angelus prayer in St. Peter’s Square. The Pope noted that Solemnity of All Saints offers an ideal occasion to look beyond the horizon … Continue reading →

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Life holds one tragedy – not to have been a saint

Posted on November 1, 2011 by joyfulpapist

Almost a year ago, I posted under this same heading – in response to those who felt impelled to explain to the Church who could, and who couldn’t be called a saint. In that article, I was addressing those who … Continue reading →

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