Día de los Muertos

A Celebration of Faith, Family, and Memory

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Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) is a centuries-old tradition rooted in both Mexican culture and Catholic faith. It is celebrated on November 1 and 2, in connection with All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, when the Church invites us to remember those who have gone before us in faith.

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On these days, we believe that through Christ, death is not the end but a doorway to new life. We remember our loved ones with joy, knowing that love endures and that one day we will be reunited in God’s presence.

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Building an Altar of Remembrance

In many homes, families create an altar or ofrenda filled with signs of love and faith such as photos of loved ones, candles, marigolds, favorite foods, and symbols of Christ’s promise of eternal life.

 

Each item on the altar tells a story.
The cross reminds us of the Resurrection, the candle of our baptismal light, and the marigold of the beauty of remembrance.
Together, these symbols help us honor the lives of those we love while giving thanks to God for the gift of eternal life.

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Día de los Muertos is about remembering our loved ones in the light of faith. It is an expression of hope, love, and gratitude for the communion of saints, the great family of God that unites heaven and earth.

We pray for the souls of the departed, give thanks for their lives, and celebrate the mercy of God who draws all His children to Himself.

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