Let’s talk about Halloween…The name “Halloween” is of Christian origin, derived from “hallows (holy) evening,” referring to the vigil of All Hallows Day (All Saints Day) on November 1.

It begins the observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed

The present date of Hallowmas (All Saints’ Day) and thus also of its vigil (Hallowe’en) was established by Pope Gregory III.