An Easily Misunderstood Festival

Each year, November 2 marks the annual festival in the church known as “The Commemoration of the Faithful Departed.” Now, you might imagine that this would be a day filled with grief and only a further reminder of those we’ve lost. But quite the opposite is true. It’s day filled with great joy, a reminder of the grace which is ours and theirs in Jesus, a growing sense of anticipation, and overwhelming thanks to our Savior. Here's why.