The word “Halloween” is a Scottish shortening of the phrase “Allhallow-even,” literally meaning “All Holy Evening” and dates to the 18th century. The English have a similar phrase, “All Hallows’ Eve,” with the same meaning. Both words denote the night before All Saints Day, November 1st, and refer to the celebration of the holy men and women who are recognized in the Catholic Church as residing in Heaven.



Here are some links to help your create a evening of fun while remembering all the Saints!

Explaining Halloween to Catholic kids...

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