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Making Arrangements

Use this simple guide to help you through difficulty of losing a loved one.

Meet with the Funeral Home:
Discuss dates and time for the Catholic Funeral Rite.
Meet with the Funeral Director and arrange the funeral services.
  • Burial or cremation
  • Casket or urn
  • Flowers
  • Memorial folders
  • Guest book
  • Obituary options
  • Transportation; escorts and limousines
  • Attire of the deceased for the funeral
  • Other available options

Meet with the parish priest or a pastoral staff member to:
Confirm the date and time of the Catholic Funeral Rite.
  • Vigil: The community assembling in prayer, the evening before or morning of the Funeral Liturgy
  • Funeral Liturgy: The liturgy of the Word and The Eucharistic Sacrifice
  • Rite of Committal: A farewell to the deceased is their final "commendation to God" by the Church

Meet with the Catholic cemetery:
Select and purchase the burial location (if not pre-arranged).
Discuss the details of the Committal Service and confirm the date and time that it will be held.


CFCS Obituaries
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