The Ministry of Consolation will provide support and assistance to a family after the death of a loved one.
What We Do
Our goal is to plan a funeral mass that is personal, meaningful, and comforting. This includes:
- Funeral Planning for the funeral mass liturgy by coordinating activities within the parish with the family. This includes the Scripture Reading (en Español) and music, and if desired, a vigil, internment, and a reception. Family members are encouraged to participate in the funeral mass. Pre-planning is encouraged.
- Consolation support home visits.
- Grief support care via Bereavement Support meetings
How You Can Get Involved
Parishioners who believe they are being called to assist grieving families are invited to join our ministry. Diocesan requirements include Safe Environment Training, fingerprinting, and a two-day training course.
Please join us at our Bereavement Support Meetings. Dates and times are published in the weekly parish bulletin.
To learn more about joining, please send an email with your contact information to our Parish Secretary at aarruda@stpatrickmtdora.org or just come to our next scheduled meeting.
Resources:
St. Patrick Ministry of Consolation Guidelines
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on Bereavement and Funerals
Information on Catholic Cremation:
Cremation Questions and Answers