Every year beginning from September 23rd and ending on December 31st, I offer 100 masses for various intentions. In a special way, I always include the souls in purgatory. The Church from the very beginning offered prayers and masses for souls. I feel that this is an act of charity we can do for these souls. I consider all the peoples throughout the world as my brothers and sisters. We have one Father in heaven.

As a little boy I remember a vision I had. I was passing through a cemetary and hands were coming out asking for help. I recall touching these outstreched hands and assuring them that I would always pray for them.

There are a few who join me in praying for these souls. However, prayers are insufficient in some cases. I have noticed that some are there because they have cheated poor people, widows, orphans, strangers, etc. In order to free these souls some form of restitution must be done. I have tried all my life to help poor people, contribute to orphanages, and help those in need.

I feel that praying for the souls in purgatory is a great gift and has brought about much blessings on my ministry. Those who have joined me in this ministry have profited a great deal. One day when we shall return home, God will reveal to us the souls that we were instrumental in bringing to heaven.

I leave you all my priestly blesings!
Fr. Santan Pinto SOLT