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Pray for the Holy Souls!
Susan’s Latest Release…
Honored in 5 distinct categories
“New Friends Now and Forever” earned more than any other
2024 Catholic children’s book.
• Front Cover Artwork: 1st Place
• Faith Formation: 2nd Place
• Self-Published Children’s Books: 2nd Place
• Design and Production Children’s Book: 3rd Place
• Children’s Book Reader: 3rd Place
CMA Judges Voice Enthusiastic Praise
“This engaging children’s story offers a creative approach to educating young Catholics about death, prayer, purgatory, and Heaven in a safe and accessible manner. With vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming narrative, it provides thought-provoking content that is suitable for all ages.”
“This book is stunning, seamlessly blending captivating illustrations with engaging storytelling about Purgatory… With clarity and age-appropriate examples, the author presents the concept of Purgatory in a manner easily grasped by young readers, offering guidance on how they can pray for those seeking Heaven.”
“I am deeply honored and grateful for these recognitions, said Tassone. This pioneering storybook was a labor of love. It’s incredibly rewarding to see it resonate with readers and media professionals. Now we have a book that provides solid faith formation about this often-misunderstood doctrine that will benefit all future generations!”
Praying with Jesus and Faustina
during Lent and in Times of Suffering
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Who Are the Holy Souls?
Souls who need to be purified
The Holy Souls in Purgatory are those which, at the time of death, were in a state of grace, but who need to be purified before they enter the beatific vision. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (1030 – 1031) teaches that
All who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven.
Each year pilgrims travel to pray for the holy souls and visit the Museum of the Holy Souls in the Chiesa del Sacro Cuore del Suffragio (Church of the Sacred Heart of the Suffering Ones) in Rome. For more information on praying for the holy souls, read our Masses page.
About the Author
Susan Tassone
Susan Tassone has long been a passionate champion for the holy souls in purgatory and is recognized as leading a worldwide “purgatory movement.” She is the award-winning author of fifteen best sellers, including Day by Day for the Holy Souls in Purgatory, Praying with the Saints for the Holy Souls, Prayers, Promises and Devotions for the Holy Souls, and Jesus Speaks to Faustina and You.
Susan shares her passion for saving souls through innumerable speaking engagements throughout the country. More than a dozen cardinals and bishops around the world have endorsed her works. Her works are translated into Polish, Croatian, Slovakian and Italian. Her newest book for children, “New Friends Now and Forever,” won five awards from the Catholic Media Association. Susan’s a frequent and popular guest on national radio and television programs as well as having a major impact through social media. EWTN Global Catholic Network declared, “Susan Tassone is the all-time best-selling author in the history of the network.”
In 2013, Susan was featured in the groundbreaking documentary Purgatory: The Forgotten Church, bringing her unique style and penetrating message to a new generation. In 2017, she appeared on the cover of Catholic Digest. Through her tireless work, she raises awareness of purgatory as well as donations for Masses for the holy souls.
Susan holds a master’s degree in religious education from Loyola University Chicago. In addition to her numerous awards, she had the privilege and honor of being granted two private audiences with St. John Paul II, who bestowed a special blessing on her ministry for the holy souls.
