Every year on November 1, many Roman Catholics and other Christians around the world observe All Saints Day, which honors all saints of the church deemed to have attained heaven.

Nov. 1 is All Saints’ Day, also known as All Hallows, a holy day of obligation in the Catholic Church. Catholics and Anglicans honor the saints of the past. Nov. 2 is All Souls’ Day, a day of ...

All Saints' Day is an ancient holy day on the Roman Catholic calendar. It was officially started by Pope Boniface IV in 609 A.D., who also established All Souls' Day.