November 2025

Painting depicting God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, surrounded by angels and souls in a heavenly setting, conveying themes of salvation and divine mercy.

The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory, Corrado Giaquinto, c 1740

“It remains for us to pray the Lord, of His great goodness and by the intercession of this glorious Seraphim, to give us His love abundantly, that we may not cease to grow in virtue, and may at last win to eternal beatitude with God who lives and reigns for ever and ever.”

– St. Catherine of Genoa

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 Stanisล‚aw Dฤ™bicki, depicting a somber figure in prayer, reflecting on suffering and devotion.

Excerpt from The Treatise on Purgatory

A religious artwork depicting a heavenly scene with God, the Virgin Mary, and Jesus, surrounded by angels and souls in a fiery abyss, showcasing themes of salvation and judgment.

by St. Catherine of Genoa

Artwork depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus with a rosary, painted by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo in the 1670s.
Artwork depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus with a rosary, painted by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo, circa 1670s.
Portrait of a woman with dark hair and a thoughtful expression, wearing a light-colored blouse. The background features soft, muted tones.

A Portrait of Loretta

Deacon Daniel Wagnitz shares a touching story about going through old family photographs.

Comparison: The Thief of Grief

Catherine Rider considers the ways that diminishing our sorrow cuts off our access to God’s grace and comfort.

Lessons I’ve Learned in Grief

Andrea Bear shares seven lessons she has learned while grieving the loss of her parents.

A classic portrayal of the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus, adorned with a rosary, by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo, created in the 1670s.
A serene cemetery at sunset, featuring numerous gravestones with crosses, set against a backdrop of shimmering water.

Two Feet Below

Bridget Patria shares a poem about the loss of her mother and brother and the ones they left behind.

Painting of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child with a rosary, by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo, created in the 1670s.
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The month of November is devoted to the Holy Souls in Purgatory. This month’s hymn and prayer are intended to help us pray for them and to be mindful of our own death as well.

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Prayer of St. Gertrude

This prayer has been said to release a thousand souls from Purgatory.

A vibrant depiction of the Last Judgment, featuring Christ at the center, surrounded by angels, saints, and souls ascending to heaven, while others are seen in despair below.

Dies Irae

This medieval hymn is part of the traditional Requiem Mass and a reminder of the Last Judgment.

A painting titled 'The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory' by Corrado Giaquinto, created around 1740, depicting the Trinity and souls in a heavenly scene.
Painting of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child with a rosary, created by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo in the 1670s.

If I Had Only Known: Grieving the Moments We Took for Granted

Nichole Haugen shares practical tools for those times when we feel overcome by a spiral of “what ifs.”

Painting depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus with a rosary, by Bartolomรฉ Esteban Murillo, circa 1670s.

Autism, Grief, and Surrendering to the Lord

Allison Brown discusses the ways that her childrenโ€™s diagnoses have affected their family, for better and for worse.

A young girl tending to a flower garden on a grave site, surrounded by lush greenery and gravestones in a serene cemetery setting.

Bookends of Grief: Friendships and Farewells

Dr. Carron Silva reflects on the losses of two very different friends and how they each affected her life.

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.

The Trinity with Souls in Purgatory, a painting by Corrado Giaquinto, created around 1740.
A decorative card featuring the biblical text from Revelation 14:12-13, emphasizing the endurance of the saints and the blessedness of the dead who die in the Lord.

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Our monthly workshop for November is on Managing Our Expectations of Ourselves and Others with helpful tools to equip you before the holiday season.

A painting titled 'Modlitwa (Prayer)' by Stanisล‚aw Dฤ™bicki from 1887, depicting a somber religious scene.
A somber scene depicting two women in mourning, one seated with a downcast expression while the other stands beside her, gently comforting her. A religious cross and a glass of water are placed on a table near a window draped in soft fabric.
Five Powerful Remedies for Sorrow from St. Thomas Aquinas
A biblical scene depicting Jesus weeping, surrounded by sorrowful onlookers in ancient attire, set in a mountainous backdrop with distant structures.
Jesus Wept
A woman in a light-colored blouse and blue skirt sits by a window, gazing outside, with greenery visible in the frame.
How Do You Bear It?
A painting depicting two mourning women dressed in black, one comforting the other, with a window showing a harbor in the background.
Take All The Time You Need
A black-and-white illustration depicting a grieving scene, showing a man sorrowfully resting his head on a bed while a woman and a child observe with concern. The room features various household items and a cross on the wall, conveying a sense of mourning.
The Christian Manner in Which We Should Mourn Over Those Whom We Have Lost
A vintage illustration depicting a lamb with a flowing stream of red, symbolic of Christ's sacrifice. Above the lamb, a dove represents the Holy Spirit, set against a radiant background with ornate floral designs and scriptural text.
Seven Offerings of the Precious Blood of Jesus
A person in prayer before a beautifully ornate monstrance, illuminated by soft light, creating a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
Adoro Te Devote
A religious painting of the Virgin Mary, depicted as Stella Maris, standing with outstretched arms over stormy seas, while a man in a boat looks up towards her for guidance.
Ave Maris Stella
A vintage illustration of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, surrounded by flowers and a crown of thorns, with a cross on top and flames emitting from the heart.
To The Sacred Heart of Jesus

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