#668 From Goblins to Grace: Anthony DeStefano on "All Hallows Eve", Purgatory, and the Power of Story

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Candy might fuel the night, but what if Halloween could fuel a child’s hope? We sat down with bestselling author Anthony DeStefano to reframe the season through "All Hallows Eve"—the vigil of All Saints Day—and rediscover why praying for the dead, telling honest stories, and bathing kids’ imaginations in beauty can turn a “spooky” evening into a path toward joy. Anthony traces the roots of his clear, evocative style back to Pulitzer Prize winner Frank McCourt, then shows how that simplicity serves big ideas: purgatory as final cleansing, mercy that’s stronger than sin, and stories that thrill without glamorizing evil. If you’ve ever wondered how to explain purgatory to a child, how to hold justice and mercy together, or how to reclaim Halloween without losing the fun, this conversation offers a practical, hopeful path. Come for the story; stay for the formation. And if it moves you, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review—your feedback helps more families find a better way to celebrate All Hallows Eve. Here"s the link to All Hallows" Eve!  Visit Anthony"s Website for all his books and more Here are the links to Jack"s Substack and  X https://x.com/JP2Renewal Email us: info@ jp2renew.org or vist our website: jp2renew.org Support the show