In the Catholic Church, "the faithful" refers specifically to baptised Catholics; "all souls" commemorates the church penitent of souls in Purgatory, whereas "all saints" commemorates the church triumphant of saints in Heaven. ... On this day in particular, Catholics pray for the dead.
Intercede: intervene on behalf of another.
Canonised: Consecrate
Intercession: arbitration
Purgatory:having the quality of cleansing or purifying.
Dedicated: Committed
Communion of saints
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