All Saints Day was formally established in 609 AD by Pope Boniface IV, although it was then held on May 13. The pontiff also created All Souls Day which is now held one day after the feast of all ...

All Saints Day is a Christian holiday that typically falls on Nov. 1. People celebrate with Mass, prayer and sometimes dress up as saints.

All Saints Day is a Christian holiday that typically falls on Nov. 1. People celebrate with Mass, prayer and sometimes dress up as saints.

Pope Francis waves to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square from his window in the Apostolic Palace during his Angelus address on the Solemnity of All Saints, Nov. 1, 2024. (photo: Vatican Media) ...

Remains of 17 Catholic saints are on display at St. Rita of Cascia Church in Chicago Lawn through Monday for an extended celebration of All Saints’ Day.