“The season before Easter signifies the troubles in which we live here and now, while the time after Easter which we are celebrating at present signifies the happiness that will be ours in the future. What we commemorate before Easter is what we experience in this life; what we celebrate after Easter points to something we do not yet possess. This is why we keep the first season with fasting and prayer; but now the fast is over and we devote the present season to praise. Such is the meaning of the Alleluia we sing.“

— St. Augustine of Hippo

Painting titled 'The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory' by Corrado Giaquinto, created around 1740, depicting a religious scene involving the Trinity and souls in purgatory.

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Welcome to Those Who Mourn, an online magazine for grieving Catholics.

Grieving takes time, and there are many different kinds of losses to grieve as we journey through this Vale of Tears.

We hope this resource allows you to slow down from the busyness of everyday life and carve out some time to process your pain. Soak in the goodness, truth, and beauty that our faith has to offer, and find therein a balm for your soul.

A 19th-century painting titled 'Modlitwa (Prayer)' by Stanisław Dębicki, depicting a somber figure in prayer, reflecting on suffering and devotion.

Trustful Surrender to Divine Providence

by St. Claude de la Colombière

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My Wishes Before the Tabernacle

A poem written by St. Thérèse de Lisieux

Artwork depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus with a rosary, painted by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, circa 1670s.

Grief and Parenting: How to Hold Your Sorrow While Still Holding Everyone Else

Nichole Haugen shares practical tools for navigating grief as the parent of young children.

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The month of April is dedicated to the Blessed Sacrament, and a time during which we continue to celebrate Eastertide.

Litany of the Most Blessed Sacrament

A litany to worship Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament

Alleluia! Sing to Jesus!

A hymn about Christ’s victory over death

Quote from St Alphonsus Liguori reflecting on love and prayer.

Image of a quote from St. Alphonsus Liguori about seeking divine grace.

A painting titled 'The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory' by Corrado Giaquinto, created around 1740, depicting a scene with divine figures and souls in a purgatorial context.

Explore previous reader questions below, and if you have a question for a priest about the Church’s teaching on grief or death, you can submit it by clicking here.

Dear Father, how can we help the souls in Purgatory?

Dear Father, does grieving imply a lack of faith?

Dear Father, What is Extreme Unction?

Dear Father: What is redemptive suffering?

The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory, a painting by Corrado Giaquinto, created around 1740.

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A painting titled 'Modlitwa (Prayer)' by Stanisław Dębicki from 1887, depicting a somber religious scene.

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A person in prayer before a beautifully ornate monstrance, illuminated by soft light, creating a serene and spiritual atmosphere. — **Adoro Te Devote**

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