Category: Halloween
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For all the Saints
The upcoming liturgical season, though brief, encompasses All Hallow’s Eve, All Saints Day, and All Souls’ Day. This time encourages Christians to remember the deceased and honour saints, fostering spiritual connections and reflection. Modern practices emphasize support for the living and strengthening faith, transforming death into a celebration of eternal life with Christ.
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Everything is Holy: Reclaiming Halloween, A Christian’s Approach
As Halloween approaches, many Christians grapple with how to respond. Emphasizing love and hospitality, one vicar shares her family’s integration of Halloween with Christian traditions, such as embodying saints and hosting community events. She advocates reclaiming All Hallows’ Day and suggests various ways to observe the festival, from celebrations to quiet reflections.