The death of a loved one can be a trying and stressful time. At the time of loss it may be
difficult to focus on planning the funeral however the funeral can be a wonderful tribute to
your loved one, and it can be part of your memories which last forever. The funeral can
also offer great comfort and solace to those who mourn.
Scheduling
The first step is to contact the mortuary of your choice to handle the necessary
arrangements. The mortuary will contact the parish office and schedule a time for the
Mass or Service. As a general rule, the funeral mass for a Catholic is celebrated in his or
her own parish church. Once the date and time have been determined, Fr. Eric will contact
you and schedule an appointment to meet. Prior to the meeting, a Funeral Planning Book
may be picked up at the parish office to assist you with some of the details. At the
meeting, Fr. Eric will help you select the readings and answer any questions you may
have about the funeral service. Paul Hillebrand, our Director of Music, will assist you with
music selections.
The Order of Christian Funerals
The order is often celebrated as a three-part ritual, with Vigil (viewing), Funeral Mass and
Rite of Committal (internment). It is encouraged that the Funeral Rites be conducted in the
presence of the body of the deceased. This practice is most in accord with the sacred
principles and rituals of the Christian Faith. However, the Mass of Christian Burial may
also be celebrated with the cremains present in the church. Care should be taken that the
cremated remains of the deceased are accorded proper respect through interment in
blessed cemetery ground, or in a mausoleum. Any scattering of the cremains is not
permitted, because of the reverence due the bodies and remains of the bodies of those
who have been baptized and have been temples of the Holy Spirit.
difficult to focus on planning the funeral however the funeral can be a wonderful tribute to
your loved one, and it can be part of your memories which last forever. The funeral can
also offer great comfort and solace to those who mourn.
Scheduling
The first step is to contact the mortuary of your choice to handle the necessary
arrangements. The mortuary will contact the parish office and schedule a time for the
Mass or Service. As a general rule, the funeral mass for a Catholic is celebrated in his or
her own parish church. Once the date and time have been determined, Fr. Eric will contact
you and schedule an appointment to meet. Prior to the meeting, a Funeral Planning Book
may be picked up at the parish office to assist you with some of the details. At the
meeting, Fr. Eric will help you select the readings and answer any questions you may
have about the funeral service. Paul Hillebrand, our Director of Music, will assist you with
music selections.
The Order of Christian Funerals
The order is often celebrated as a three-part ritual, with Vigil (viewing), Funeral Mass and
Rite of Committal (internment). It is encouraged that the Funeral Rites be conducted in the
presence of the body of the deceased. This practice is most in accord with the sacred
principles and rituals of the Christian Faith. However, the Mass of Christian Burial may
also be celebrated with the cremains present in the church. Care should be taken that the
cremated remains of the deceased are accorded proper respect through interment in
blessed cemetery ground, or in a mausoleum. Any scattering of the cremains is not
permitted, because of the reverence due the bodies and remains of the bodies of those
who have been baptized and have been temples of the Holy Spirit.
Vigil for the Deceased
The Vigil is usually celebrated at the mortuary. The parish office will arrange for a deacon to be present and assist with
a rosary or scripture service. The mortuary will be able to assist you with any special musical selections or
photographic DVD memorials that you wish to play at the Vigil.
The vigil service is the most appropriate time for a eulogy or reflection, sharing of stories, etc., as opposed to during
the Funeral Mass. The deacon will facilitate this at the family's request.
General Information
Please contact the parish office at 480.998.3843. We will be able to answer any additional questions you may have.
The Vigil is usually celebrated at the mortuary. The parish office will arrange for a deacon to be present and assist with
a rosary or scripture service. The mortuary will be able to assist you with any special musical selections or
photographic DVD memorials that you wish to play at the Vigil.
The vigil service is the most appropriate time for a eulogy or reflection, sharing of stories, etc., as opposed to during
the Funeral Mass. The deacon will facilitate this at the family's request.
General Information
Please contact the parish office at 480.998.3843. We will be able to answer any additional questions you may have.
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