This novena is for the benefit of the Holy Souls in Purgatory.  It is especially recommended to try to visit a cemetery on All Souls Day and in the days  afterwards, to try to gain indulgences for the Poor Souls.  If you can, bring holy water on those visits.This is separate from the novena already organized to the Holy Souls, which is not only for their relief but also to ask for their help.…See More

O most gentle Heart of Jesus, ever present in the Blessed Sacrament, ever consumed with burning love for the poor captive souls in Purgatory, have mercy on the souls of Thy departed servants. Be not severe in Thy judgments, but let some drops of Thy Precious Blood fall upon the devouring flames. And do Thou, O merciful Savior, send Thy holy angels to conduct them to a place of…See More

 Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult cases, of things almost despaired of. Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone.Intercede with God for me that He bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may…See More