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Eastertide is over, and the high theological feasts are behind us as well. Ordinary Time stretches out before us, but it isn’t smooth and featureless. There are inspiring saints to be celebrated and the words of the liturgy are always fresh.

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Pope Francis, R.I.P

There is surely no better time to die than at the very beginning of the Easter season. Just when one has prepared oneself to celebrate the joy of the Resurrection, one is called home by God, to begin the journey which will end in living that same joy.

Praying for the recently dead at this time has a special resonance for us as Christians, because the person and the season coincide so well. For those of you who want to read the Office of the Dead, here are the instructions for doing so in the Universalis apps and programs.

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