November – Praying for those who have died
November is the month when the Church celebrates two great feasts; this is also the month when we remember those who have given their lives during war.
The first day that is celebrated by the Church is November 1. This is the feast, of All Saints. The second, normally celebrated the following day, November 2, is the feast of All Souls.
The final day is Remembrance Day on November 11. Remembrance Day marks the actual day World War One ended, at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918.
We continue to pray for all the people who are caught up in war and have died for their cause. We remember them all.
The children of St Joseph’s held a one minute silence to remember all those who have died in war. Each class carried out special lessons and said special prayers . The children also collected money for the poppy appeal , prior to the day.
This month of November the children will focus on the prayer which is used in the funeral Liturgy and is often prayed by Catholics when we learn that someone has died.
The Eternal Rest.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Amen.