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Being Human


Oct 31, 2023

Welcome to Episode 150 of the Being Human Podcast: Can Catholics Celebrate Halloween? 

In a brief intermission to our Gender & Sexuality Series, Dr. Greg offers clarity to the debate surrounding Halloween: is it a pagan holiday? Can Catholics celebrate Halloween? The surprising answer in this week’s special episode! 

 

Discussed in the episode: 

  • Myths and misconceptions about the pagan roots of Halloween;  

  • The Christian origins of dressing up and trick-or-treating;

  • Why Halloween is not just a Catholic holiday but also a rich cultural festivity; 

  • The reality that Halloween is actually a celebration of all souls;

  • How we can redeem and reclaim Halloween as a holy day.

 

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