Father Simon Says – November 19, 2021 – Praying for Those in Purgatory

1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59

  • Father explains that this section of the book of Maccabees is about Hanukah

Lk 19:45-48

  • Father connects this Gospel with the Maccabees

Mass Hysteria: Father tells two liturgical experiences

Letters:

  • Tim has a question about purgatory and indulgences
  • Father talks about the nature of superstition

Word of the Day: House

Callers

  • What are the required days for fasting and required days for Abstinence?
  • The ‘Weight of Revelation’ is a saying from Hildebrand, and does Fr. Simon recognize that or does he know about Hildebrand?
  • is is possible for a loved one from purgatory to communicate with us here?
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