Join Catholics Praying the Holy Souls Novena - October 2025
A Global Community of Prayer
Catholics from 37 countries are uniting in prayer for this novena
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Join Catholics from around the world this October 2025 as we come together to pray the Holy Souls Novena, leading up to All Souls’ Day on November 2nd. This powerful nine-day prayer runs October 24 - November 1, 2025 and asks God to grant eternal rest to the faithful departed and release the holy souls from purgatory.
Led by Dana Rachel (@ThyFlameOfLove), this community event brings together believers who want to perform one of the greatest works of mercy—praying for the dead who can no longer pray for themselves.
Why Pray for the Holy Souls?
The souls in purgatory can no longer pray for themselves—they depend entirely on our prayers and sacrifices. The Church teaches that praying for the dead is one of the spiritual works of mercy and a profound act of charity.
By joining this community novena, you will:
- Help Souls Reach Heaven: Your prayers can release souls from purgatory
- Experience Unity: Pray alongside thousands of Catholics from over 40 countries
- Honor Your Loved Ones: Remember and intercede for deceased family and friends
- Gain Spiritual Merit: The Church grants indulgences for prayers offered for the holy souls
- Build Consistency: Daily reminders keep you committed to all 9 days
How to Join the October 2025 Community Novena
Praying this community novena together is simple and completely free:
- Download the Intercede App - Available on iOS and Android
- Find the Community Novena - Search for “Holy Souls Novena - October 2025”
- Start Praying Together - Follow along with daily prayers starting October 24th
- Connect with the Community - See how many Catholics worldwide are praying with you each day
About the Holy Souls Novena
The Holy Souls Novena is a powerful prayer tradition that intercedes for the faithful departed in purgatory. During this nine-day prayer, we:
- Ask God to grant eternal rest to the souls in purgatory
- Offer prayers and sacrifices for our deceased loved ones
- Practice one of the spiritual works of mercy
- Unite with the Church Militant in praying for the Church Suffering
- Prepare our hearts to celebrate All Souls’ Day on November 2nd
Note: The full novena prayers are available in the Intercede app. For a preview of the prayers, visit our evergreen Holy Souls Novena page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really free? Yes! The Intercede app and all community novenas are completely free.
What if I miss a day? No problem! The app allows you to catch up. The goal is prayer, not perfection.
Can I invite friends? Absolutely! Share this page or send them the app link. The more who join, the stronger our community becomes.
Will I receive reminders? Yes, the app sends gentle daily reminders to help you stay consistent with your prayers.
When does the October 2025 Holy Souls Novena start? The community novena begins on October 24, 2025 and ends on November 1, 2025, leading up to All Souls’ Day on November 2nd.
How do I pray a community novena? Download the free Intercede app, join the Holy Souls Novena event, and pray the daily prayers alongside Catholics worldwide. You’ll receive reminders each day to help you stay consistent.
What are the benefits of praying with a community? Praying together strengthens our faith and multiplies the power of our intercession. Jesus promised, “Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them” (Matthew 18:20).
Why pray for the souls in purgatory? The souls in purgatory can no longer pray for themselves and depend entirely on our prayers. The Church teaches that praying for the dead is one of the spiritual works of mercy and can release souls from purgatory to Heaven.
About Your Novena Leader: Dana Rachel
This October 2025 community novena is led by Dana Rachel (@ThyFlameOfLove), a devoted Catholic focused on spiritual warfare, cultivating virtue, and ascending in prayer as taught by the Saints and Mystics.
Dana Rachel’s mission is to help Catholics deepen their prayer lives and grow closer to Jesus through Mary. Her authentic witness and dedication to the Holy Souls inspire believers to embrace the spiritual works of mercy.
“The Holy Souls have always needed our prayers, and together we can offer powerful intercession for their release from purgatory.”
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Why Pray the Holy Souls Novena in October?
October leads directly to November, the Church’s month dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory. By starting this novena on October 24th, we prepare our hearts for All Souls’ Day (November 2nd) and the entire month of remembrance for the faithful departed.
By praying the Holy Souls Novena together in October 2025, we:
- Begin our preparation for All Souls’ Day with nine days of focused prayer
- Honor the Church’s ancient tradition of praying for the dead
- Unite our prayers with Catholics worldwide during this sacred season
- Offer powerful intercession for souls who await eternal rest
Ready to Join?
Don’t pray this novena alone. Join Catholics from around the world praying together for the Holy Souls in Purgatory this October 2025.
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The more we pray together, the more powerful our intercession for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Let’s help release souls from purgatory through our united prayers!
This community novena is organized by Intercede, the #1 Catholic prayer app trusted by millions worldwide.
Led By
Dana Rachel
⚔️ Spiritual Warfare | Cultivate Virtue | Ascend in Prayer ⛪️ as taught by the Saints & Mystics ❤️🔥 to Jesus through Mary @salvemariafiat
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