The Night the Saints Saved Halloween | Our Sunday Visitor

Reclaiming Halloween for Catholic Families

One Hallow's Eve, a joyful company of saints looks down from paradise and decides to set things right. In The Night the Saints Saved Halloween, published by Our Sunday Visitor, Saints Francis, Lucy, Faustina, Philip Neri, and many more join a group of children trick-or-treating, lighting up the night with faith, laughter, and love. Through playful rhyme and charming illustrations, this Catholic children's picture book transforms a night of spooks into a celebration of Hallowtide rooted in the communion of saints.

This whimsical and warmhearted book helps Catholic families reclaim Halloween as part of the triduum of All Hallows, All Saints, and All Souls, making it a meaningful seasonal read-aloud for children and a thoughtful gift for any family wanting to put the holy back into the holiday.

Why You'll Love It

• Celebrates Halloween as a genuinely Catholic observance, connecting jack-o'-lanterns, costumes, and candy to the victory of Christ over death and darkness
• Features a joyful band of beloved saints including Francis, Lucy, Faustina, and Philip Neri as characters children will recognize and love
• Told in playful, memorable rhyme that makes it a natural choice for reading aloud with the whole family
• Charming illustrations bring the saints and the Hallowtide spirit to life with warmth and delight
• Teaches children about Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day within a single engaging story
• Published by Our Sunday Visitor, a trusted name in Catholic family publishing

Product Details and Specifications

• Book Title: The Night the Saints Saved Halloween
• SKU: 9781639663941
• ISBN: 9781639663941
• Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
• Book Type: Picture Book
• Language: English
• Subject: Halloween, All Saints Day, All Souls Day, communion of saints
• Format: Rhyming picture book with illustrations
• Audience: Children
• Featured Saints: Francis, Lucy, Faustina, Philip Neri, and others

Who This Makes a Good Gift For

• Catholic families looking for a faith-filled Halloween read-aloud tradition
• Children who love stories about the saints
• Parents and grandparents seeking a seasonal book that connects Halloween to All Saints and All Souls
• Religious education teachers and catechists preparing children for Hallowtide
• Anyone searching for a fun, Catholic-themed Halloween gift for a child

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is this book about?
Answer: The Night the Saints Saved Halloween tells the story of a group of saints who join children trick-or-treating on Halloween, helping them discover the true Catholic meaning of the holiday through faith, laughter, and the communion of saints.

Question: Which saints appear in the book?
Answer: Saints Francis, Lucy, Faustina, and Philip Neri are among the joyful band of saints featured in the story, along with many more.

Question: What age group is this book for?
Answer: This is a children's picture book told in rhyme, making it ideal for young readers and family read-alouds. It is especially suited for elementary-age children but enjoyable for all ages.

Question: Does this book explain All Saints and All Souls Days?
Answer: Yes. The story introduces children to the Catholic triduum of Hallowtide, including Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day, and helps them see the deeper meaning behind familiar seasonal symbols.

Question: Is this a good gift for Halloween?
Answer: It makes a wonderful seasonal gift for Catholic children and families who want to celebrate Halloween with faith at the center. It also pairs well as an All Saints Day gift.

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