We will guide you through the details of planning a Catholic funeral Mass.  We will take care of coordinating volunteers so you can focus on your greatest needs at the time. 

If you have lost a loved one, please contact Father Ryan to schedule a time to meet with him, or he can join you when you meet with the funeral home team.

After an introductory session, we'll stay in touch to fine tune any last minute needs or changes and remain with you through all further planning.

Funeral Scripture Readings

Did your funeral home provider contact us?  We work closely with funeral homes throughout the community.  If they offered to contact us, we'll get the basic details from them and then contact you.

Our reception team will be happy to serve refreshments and food following a Funeral Mass.  They will set up the parish hall and provide water, punch, coffee, and clean up.  You provide the food, either from a local caterer (Ralph's and Mama Russo's is popular), or by having people bring food.  People usually work with the local funeral home to plan recepetion needs.

The hall at each parish seats up to 200 people.  A microphone and speaker system can be provided if desired, along with a television for videos.  Our team provides table decorations, and you can bring flower arrangements if wanted.  Photo boards, slide shows, or small decorated areas to honor the memory of a loved one can be coordinated with your family.

We're happy to work with you or your funeral home provider and the local cemetaries to plan a Catholic burial service.  

Our parish priest will lead the appropriate ceremony at the burial site with the family.  If you are not already in contact with Father Ryan, please contact our parish office to schedule available services for your family and loved one. 

Loss is truly a difficult thing, but thankfully our Lord brings us the hope and healing to help us through our sorrow and sufferings.  We're here to help you and your family find helpful resources as you navigate the feelings and emotions of losing a loved one. 

Some resources include: 

• Private spiritual discussions with Father Ryan
• Monthly participation in our Grief Support Group (3rd Wednesday 7:00pm at St. Joseph parish)
• Professional counseling services by a Catholic counselor
• Helpful literature from our parish library
• Spritiual offerings by parish ministries

Contact the parish office for more information.