Funeral Planning
"At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of Baptism and strengthened at the Eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end, nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting Word of God and the Sacrament of the Eucharist." – Order of Christian Funerals, no. 4
If you have recently lost a loved one, please accept our deepest condolences.
For assistance in scheduling and planning a funeral for your loved one please contact the parish office :
320-468-6033
Email: stjoes@midco.net
First Reading from the Old Testament (Choose One Reading)
Second Reading from the New Testament (Choose One Reading)
Eulogy (Words of Remebrance)
Personal reflection or words or remembrance may be offered during the wake at the funeral home, at the graveside or during the gathering that follows the burial.
Memorial should offer a loving glimpse of the deceased person’s life, and their Christian character
As part of the remarks offered, it may be appropriate to:
- Thank people for their prayers, their support, and their presence
- Share how your loved one lived their Christian life
- Relate something endearing that was unique to them
- Conclude by entrusting them into God’s care.
When writing a eulogy or words of remembrance, the following questions may be helpful:
- What made your loved one truly happy?
- What were your loved one’s outstanding qualities?
- What will you remember most about this person?
- How did they live their faith?