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What comes to your mind when you hear the word November?
A cold Northern breeze and bare trees in anticipation of winter to come. Shorter days and long nights.
Hoodies and warm boots for long walks in fall leaves, crunching beneath your feet while walking down the street. A smell of freshly made bread and warm soup, feeling cozy sitting in front of the fireplace.
It is also the month of remembering all saints, known or unknown, and the souls of faithful departed in early November. Oh! And how can you forget Thanksgiving Day with the turkey dinner with your family?
November is important in Christian and Catholic traditions, where the first week of it is celebrated in honor of all the saints. The feat is called All Saints Day, celebrated annually on the 1st of November.
After All Saints Day, All Souls Day is celebrated. It is a solemn holiday in remembrance to pray and light candles for the souls of the faithful departed observed by Catholics and Christian families on the 2nd of November.
In Western traditions, Thanksgiving Day is the most essential and celebrated day, serving as the second most celebrated holiday, followed by Christmas. It’s an annual celebration every fourth Thursday of November.
Indeed, November is full of special days worth celebrating that have been part of culture and traditions for many years. Various countries and cultures celebrate November differently may it be religious or non-religious.
It is the month of feats and time for family at the near conclusion of the year. It is also a monthly observation of several awareness celebration month.
But without a doubt, November is certainly a sign of cold weather from winter and the anticipation of the most celebrated holiday of the year in the world- Christmas!
November is the 11th month of the year in the Gregorian calendar that is now in general use. It is derived from the Latin word “govern,” which means nine, a sign of its position in the early Roman calendar.
Why Pray for the Month of November?
November is also called the Holy Month or the Month of Remembrance. The church commemorates and dedicates this month to the holy souls in purgatory whose feast is celebrated annually on the 2nd of November.
Catholic and Christian families pray for their departed loved ones who were called through death to eternal life. It is the time of the year when people remember their passed loved ones and pray for them.
The acts of the faithful left on earth are to assist the departed in purifying their souls. Through visiting, cemeteries, lighting candles, intercessions, and prayers, the souls of the departed are prayed for their peace, mercy, and forgiveness of their souls.
There are traditional prayers for All Souls day, but you can also use a personal prayer to set a personal intention. You can choose a prayer below that speaks most to you.
Traditional All Souls Day Prayer
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
[mention the name of the souls of faithful departed]
The Our Father
Our Father, who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy name; Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be
done on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our
trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into
temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
The Hail Mary
Hail Mary full of Grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed are thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners
now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be to the Father
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning is
now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
On the other side, people pray not only for the commemoration of the death anniversary but also for the new month and new blessings. In Western Culture, most people in America also pray before dinner as they celebrate thanksgiving and reflect on what they are grateful for.
Traditions help you build a strong relationship with family members and also help you stay connected with them. The heart of the thanksgiving tradition is to be thankful for your family and give thanks to God.
All of the blessings and good gifts came from God, and it is time to express gratitude to the provider for all the good things in life. So, let's pray for the celebration of life.
Oh, Heavenly Father, we gather today as one family at this table to express our gratitude for your goodness and blessings in our life.
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Thank you for breath and new life every day.
You have provided our family with more than we could have ever imagined.
Thank you for surrounding us with people who are always there in times of need and companion.
We are eternally grateful for everything that we receive daily.
We pray, Lord, that you continuously bless us with the abundance of everything in life.
We pray that you continuously remind us to be grateful every moment even when life is hard.
We express our gratitude for guiding us to achieve small steps each day.
Thank you for the food we share today and all the abundance that has come our way.
Thank you for all the opportunities that have leveled up our lives and the challenges that made us grow.
Thank you, Lord, for all the love, kindness, compassion, happiness, and peace we receive from you and others.
Thank you for all the strength, power, confidence, and courage to step up daily.
Thank you for your light and guidance that has led us where we are today.
We are forever grateful for this beautiful family, and I pray you deepen our relationship and bond with each other. Amen
New Month Prayers and Blessings
You may have been feeling heavy energies and taking heavy breaths. This is because breakdowns, restlessness, and life may have been draining you a lot lately.
It’s important to be aware and recognize what you are going through and what are the things that are weighing you down. Then, you know that you need a fresh start in life and to turn things around.
You always have the option to start your month fresh and stronger. Every sunrise is a new chapter, and you have a new life to try again.
You are reminded at the end of the week that there’s always a new beginning. And with each new month, you can always recommit to things you thought you failed, renew your faith and pray for a fresh start.
You don’t have to wait for New Year to come and start a new beginning. All it takes is awareness of your situation that you need it and one strong decision.
Reflect, declutter, let go, conclude how the rest of the month went, set new goals, and begin a fresh start.
Reflect from the past month: what didn’t go well and what is not working for you. What are the things you are grateful for, and what are the decisions you are ready to make?
Declutter, deep clean, and organize your house. Your future self will surely thank you because nothing feels better than a clean space.
Let go of situations, things, job, and people that no longer serve you and doesn’t see your value—it’s time to know your worth and not settle for less! You can’t let in new things in your life if you can’t let go of the past.
It is time to conclude and have clarity and closure of what has happened for the past month. Put an end to certain things so you can start a new month and open yourself to endless opportunities!
Follow what your heart is speaking to you and set new goals you can achieve. Begin a fresh start with a clean heart, calm mind, courage, and pray to God for guidance!
As the month starts, renew your conviction in God. Live a life led by faith and not controlled by fears.
Lord God, Heavenly Father, thank you for this new month and the fresh start you gave me.
Thank you for the past month that I have been through.
Thank you for all the opportunities that have come my way.
And thank you for the challenges and learnings that have pushed me to outgrow my comfort zone and made me stronger.
Thank you for all the circumstances and people that made me realize that I needed to start a new beginning, value myself, and step out of my comfort zone to grow.
Thank you for giving me the courage to let go of all the things that no longer serve me.
I pray today for your guidance, knowledge, and wisdom as I start a new month.
Open my mind and heart to see your truth and feel your love.
It cleans my heart and eases my mind from all the destructive thoughts.
Please help me to have acceptance from all the bad decisions I have made.
Please give me the strength to forgive myself, so I can move forward and heal.
Renew my heart and faith in you.
Guide me to start a new life, a new beginning closer to your love.
Direct me to a life living in your words and true to my spiritual convictions.
Free me from all the struggles weighing me down and help me stand up on my own feet again.
Lord, at times I am afraid and in fear.
I pray that you give me all the courage I need to leave all the things I need to let go of, so I can live a life in freedom.
Align my heart, body, and mind to your desire and will.
Fill me with all the love, smiles, and positivity for this fresh start!
I praise and worship your name, now and forever. Amen!
Karen Hyman
Karen is a Psychic Medium, a Professional Astrologer, a Spiritual Advisor, and a Life Coach who has been in this career for 19+ years. She specializes in numerology, tarot and oracle cards, twin flames, love & relationships, zodiac, horoscope, dreams interpretation, and astrology. She aims to provide comfort and assurance using her abilities to offer answers to those who seek professional guidance. Read More About Karen Here.
