This Feast, in commemoration of all the faithful departed souls in Purgatory, was instituted in the Benedictine Monastery of Cluny by Abbot Odilo in the year 998. On this day, the Office of the Dead is recited by the clergy. Pope Benedict XV granted to all Priests the privilege of saying three Masses of Requiem: one for the faithful departed souls in Purgatory; one for the intention of the Holy Father; and one for the Priest’s intention. If this date falls on a Sunday it is transferred to the following day. O God, the Creator and Redeemer of all the … Continue reading a day of masses for the dead…