# Praying for the Souls in Purgatory
*2021-08-09*

> Bill Young and John O'Rourke lead a Chaplet of Divine Mercy and a series of prayers for the souls detained in purgatory, followed by reflections on recent Mass experiences and plans for a rosary.

## Opening and Weekend Catch‑up

Bill greets listeners and John, sharing how busy their weekend was with multiple shows and a delayed training camp. John mentions a trip to Costco and the usual sample‑shopping, noting it was uneventful. Both hosts comment on the hectic schedule and look forward to focusing on today’s special intention: the souls in purgatory.

## Monday Prayer for the Souls in Purgatory

The hosts begin with the traditional Monday prayer for the souls in purgatory, invoking the precious blood of Christ to cleanse the souls and bring them nearer to the entrance of glory. They continue with an opening prayer, praising the source of life and the mercy that flows from the blood and water of Jesus. The Apostles’ Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary, and Psalm 130 are recited, followed by a heartfelt petition for mercy and forgiveness for all souls.

## Litany of Divine Mercy

Bill leads the Litany of Divine Mercy, repeating the refrain “I trust in you” after each attribute of divine mercy—its boundlessness, its role as the source of life, its presence in the sacraments, and its protection at the hour of death. The litany emphasizes that divine mercy sustains us in every circumstance, from the smallest trial to the final judgment.

## Special Prayer for the Souls in Purgatory

John offers a longer prayer specifically for the souls detained in purgatory, asking that the torrents of Christ’s blood and water extinguish their scorching flames. He petitions the Father to draw upon the indulgences of the Church and to pour out Christ’s mercy upon those souls, trusting in the infinite compassion of Jesus.

Bill adds a concluding prayer, asking God to increase His mercy in us so that we may not despair in difficult moments but submit confidently to His holy will.

## Reflections on Recent Mass and Upcoming Rosary

Bill shares his experience attending a 6 p.m. Mass at St. Gregory the Great, noting the use of large screens for the liturgy during the pandemic and a young priest named Father John who gave a homily about becoming more like Christ through the Holy Spirit. Both hosts discuss the challenges of staying connected to parish life and express a desire to hear the recorded homily.

They conclude by planning to pray the Rosary together after the episode, inviting listeners to join in future prayers and to contact Bill via email for special intentions.

*May our prayers of mercy draw the souls in purgatory ever closer to the light of heaven.*