Apostolic Blessing : Apostolic (Blessing) Pardon at the Hour of Death:  This is an extraordinary gift, a plenary indulgence, given by the Holy Catholic Church for a person who is dying.  It is given by a Catholic priest after the Anointing of the Sick with the closing of these words, “Through the holy mysteries of our redemption may almighty God release you from all punishments in this life and in the life to come. May he open to you the gates of paradise and welcome you to everlasting joy” or “By the authority which the Apostolic See has given me, I grant you a full pardon and the remission of all your sins in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” Yes, FULL remission of all the temporal punishment due to your dying loved one’s sins is given! The only time it wouldn’t apply is if the dying person actually rejected it.  Please read the NCR article below.  Many priests are not aware of this prayer.  You should ask for it.  If you didn’t hear these words said, then the Apostolic Pardon was not given.  We should all make an effort to do this for everyone.  Keep the prayer in your cell phone, in your wallet, or in a place at your home where all the family knows of its location.  I have many times texted a copy of this prayer to friends who had loved ones who were dying.  We would want someone to do this for us as well.  How can this full pardon be possible?  Let us remember Luke 23:42-43, the story of Good Thief.  “Then he said, ‘Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom’.  Jesus answered him, ‘Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.'”                                                                                                  https://www.ncregister.com/features/apostolic-pardon-brings-total-forgiveness-before-death https://www.simplycatholic.com/what-is-the-apostolic-pardon/

WE remember lived in one specific moment, universal law same space & time, these words apply to all. Not all of His words meant for universal, Rich Young Man sell all after keeping 10 commandments. Good thief dying remember me. Enter into as this relationship, Remember me when you come into the kingdom. Enter into His love for each follower. If we seek it.

Acts of charity he wants fulfilled being sick & ill is not an excuse to be nasty and mean.

Uniting suffering to Christ crucified. Image of the Sacred Heart is most helpful

Funeral Plans The Three Rites of a Catholic Funeral:  When your loved one has passed this life, we are called by tradition and charity to have a rosary vigil service, funeral Mass, and a graveside committal service. It gathers family, friends, and coworkers together to pray for the soul of your loved one. These links can help you plan well for these rites before or after your loved one has passed.                                 .                                                                                             https://catholic-link.org/catholic-funeral-guide-how-to/                                                        https://holyrosarychurchmphs.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Holy-Rosary-Funeral-Planning-2021-3.pdf

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Closing Prayer

Face of death is St. Joseph; radiant smile of St. Joseph will assist in final struggle. More love and relationship with St. Joseph now seek his friendship, assistance, intercession now. For a number years do not address 4 last things and Catholics fear dying. Not ending our life moving into another stage of life. More capable preparing for this change. read the beautiful rites, more embrace element inevitable less fear will have. Another natural moment with God. Don’t you want to run into His embrace. A sinner no worse moment. Lived life entirely for Christ no happier moment.

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