November: the Month of the Holy Souls

We especially remember the Holy Souls in Purgatory in November, a month which fittingly begins with the Solemnity of All Saints followed by the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day).

These important dual reminders of our goal of Heaven as well as the passing of this life set the tone for our special remembrance throughout the month, of the Holy Souls in Purgatory - those who have died in God's grace and friendship while still in need of further purification.

Here are some ways in which we may especially remember and pray for the Holy Souls, in November or any time of the year:

Have a Mass offered for the repose of the Holy Souls or for any deceased loved ones
Visit a cemetery and pray for the departed, including those unknown to you who may have no one to pray for them
Make hidden sacrifices for the Holy Souls by quietly offering up little mortifications for them
Obtain an indulgence and offer it up for the Holy Souls

May we draw closer to the Holy Souls and the Saints through prayers and sacrifices, lovingly and generously offered up for the good of all!

“With Charity towards the dead we practice all the works of charity. The Church encourages us to aid the souls in purgatory, who in turn will reward us abundantly when they come into their glory.”

St. Francis De Sales

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In Memoriam John Harvey OSFS by Fr. Paul D. Scalia
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Coming Soon: Father Harvey Daily Prayer App
A New Documentary!
Go Higher, Jack!
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Words of EnCouragement: Fr. Gerald Murray

Featured Article: For Those Who Believe in Rational Argument:

In Memoriam John Harvey OSFS

by Fr. Paul D. Scalia

Father Harvey possessed that rare quality of simplicity, which made his mind all the more able to grasp the truth about morality and about the human person. He saw things clearly because he accepted the Church’s teaching plainly and did not clutter his mind with worldly sophistication and vanity.

Featured Memory: Belonging & Healing

by Manuel

With no internet or email back then, I wrote to Fr. John Harvey, the founder of Courage, pouring my heart into a letter. Little did I know that this act would set me on a path of healing and discovery.

Coming Soon:
Father Harvey Daily Prayer App

A simple, free app designed for Guild members (and those who would like to become Guild members) is currently in the testing phase!

The Father Harvey Daily Prayer app will send users a daily notification/request to pray one Hail Mary for the opening of Father Harvey's cause. The app will also include a devotional prayer, testimonials, and the option to sign up as a Guild member for those who haven't already done so.

Once the Father Harvey Daily Prayer app has successfully passed through the testing phase, it will be searchable and downloadable from Google Play Store.

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A New Documentary!

Most Guild members are familiar with the documentary on Father Harvey entitled A Profile in Courage, originally screened at Fr. Harvey’s 90th birthday in 2008, and released to the public in 2009. It has since aired several times over the years on EWTN and is freely viewable on the Father Harvey website.

The Guild is now actively fundraising to produce a NEW documentary as it's vital that we interview and record more testimonials from those who knew Father Harvey and/or have been blessed by his writings, presentations, and ministry. One day, God-willing, such records may help us in the opening and advancement of Father Harvey's cause.

Please consider making a donation to help the Guild raise funds for this particular project, as well as for our overall mission which is to share the life, spirituality, and ministry of Father John Francis Harvey, Oblate of St. Francis de Sales, with the world and with the Church.

We're also happy to receive names of people whom we should consider interviewing for the new documentary. You may contact us with suggestions here.

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Go Higher, Jack!

Did you know that young John Harvey’s high school career included consistent honour roll achievements as well as participation in the Classical Club and Sectional Sports? In his graduating year (1936), the following was written about him in the school yearbook:

Here’s the “A student” par excellence for Class ‘36. Four years on the Honor Roll speaks for itself. Yes, “Jack” must be good to accomplish that. Yet we know that everything didn’t come to John as easily as many students thought. Conscientious, energetic, studious, John spent many of his waking hours in quest of knowledge. What merits he received for class work, he earned. We admire John because he was consistent in his one aim - to acquire a sound Catholic education. Mannerly, gentlemanly and kindly to all during his sojourn here, John wins the prize for his classmates for these traits. The respect we bear for him is one born of our humble recognition of our intellectual peer. Go higher, “Jack.”

John Harvey’s graduation photograph in his high school yearbook “The Falcon”, 1936.

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Words of Encouragement

“Fr. John Harvey was a pioneer in offering truly Catholic spiritual guidance and encouragement to those seeking to live chastely while dealing with same sex attraction. He was a brilliant moral theologian who faithfully taught the Truth that sets us free and he was a true doctor of souls who helped many people find peace in Christ's loving embrace. The Father John Harvey Guild promotes the good work begun by this holy priest of God.”

Fr. Gerald Murray

Pastor, St. Joseph's Yorkville Church

New York, NY