“Saint Joseph was the guardian of Jesus and Mary. He was the protector of the Holy Family. Therefore, he is the protector and defender of the Church.”

— St. Bernadette Soubirous

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.

The Sufferings of Christ: A Proof of Love

by St. Alphonsus de Liguori

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The Gift of Lent

Eileen Tully shares the ways that Lent can help us endure our sufferings.

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

When You Just Want Relief from the Pain

Nichole Haugen shares practical tools for calming anxiety in the midst of pain.

Sometimes There Are no Answers

Catherine Rider reflects on trusting God when His will is painful.

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While we continue through this season of Lent, the month of March is also devoted to Saint Joseph.

Litany of Saint Joseph

A litany to the head of the Holy Family

Jesu Dulcis Amor Meus

A hymn to reflect on the wounds of Christ

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 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.

**On Purity of Heart, Which is to be Sought Above All Things**

A dramatic painting depicting the Last Judgment, featuring Christ seated in the center, surrounded by angels and saints, with people ascending and descending in the clouds, illustrating the themes of salvation and judgment. — **Dies Irae**

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

A historical painting depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, surrounded by three figures: a bearded man with a golden crown, an elderly man with a white beard, and a young man presenting gifts. — **Brightest and Best**

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