If you are reading this information during a time of loss, please accept our condolences and know that we will do all that we can to help you through this difficult time with a spirit of love and compassion.

Overview from the US Bishops about funerals.

Scheduling a Funeral
Funeral details are traditionally handled through the funeral director assisting you with this difficult process. If at any time you have a question, please feel free to contact the parish office.

Family Participation in the Liturgy
The family of the deceased has a few special ways to participate in the liturgy.
-They can choose up to three people to bring the gifts up in an offertory procession. 
-They can help choose musical selections, but these must be Christian hymns and not secular music. 

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-They can choose the Scripture readings, as well as up to three readers for the first reading, second reading, and the petitions. 

CLICK HERE FOR FIRST READING - Old Testament options
CLICK HERE FOR PSALM OPTIONS - to be sung by the cantor
CLICK HERE FOR SECOND READING - New Testament options
CLICK HERE FOR GOSPEL READING - to be read by priest or deacon

Please communicate with the funeral director or the parish office for more information on these options.

To read more about funerals read sections 1680-1690 of the Catechism.